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Pine River, WI

Wisconsin

Pine River is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 115. Residents earn $42,143 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
115 Population 98/sq mi density
$42,143 Median Income $28,254 per capita
$192,500 Home Value $281,833 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$42,143 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$192,500 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,143
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,500
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

How Pine River Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population115
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density98/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans96.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,143
Per Capita$28,254
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$919M
Commute39 min

Housing

A
Home Value$192,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$281,833
Housing Units61
Rent Burden25.6%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking16.2%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation832 ft (254 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+90.8%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute39 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries8

Is Pine River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine River receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Pine River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine River is $42,143, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine River is $192,500, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pine River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 49.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Pine River has a population of 115 with a density of 98 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 4.3% Black.

Population

115
Total Population
98
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.1%
Female 60.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pine River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine River is $42,143, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Pine River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,143
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,254
Avg Weekly Wage$841
IRS Avg AGI$61,360

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)571
County GDP$919M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare40
Retail66
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,229
49% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.4 min
Drive Alone56.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine River is $192,500, 32% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,833.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,500
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$281,833

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.6%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,229
49% above US avg
Effective Rate2.72%
In Pine River, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pine River vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,547
Dentists1:1,471
Mental Health1:639
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits65.8%
Premature Death8,261/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access30.9%
Healthcare Facilities40
Pine River has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall49.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation832 ft (254 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates44.1486°N, 89.0759°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+90.8%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density98/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants67
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.4 min
Drive Alone56.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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