Pittsville, WI

Wisconsin

Pittsville is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 829. Residents earn $59,773 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
829 Population 417/sq mi density
$59,773 Median Income $31,252 per capita
$117,300 Home Value $217,147 Zillow
$633 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$59,773 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,300 home value, $633/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,773
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,300
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population829
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density417/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,773
Per Capita$31,252
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$5,263M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,300
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,147
Housing Units405
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking16.4%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,031 ft (314 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries6

Is Pittsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pittsville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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 high obesity rates. Pittsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pittsville is $59,773, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pittsville is $117,300, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Pittsville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°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 35.2 inches, including 47.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Pittsville has a population of 829 with a density of 417 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

829
Total Population
417
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pittsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pittsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pittsville is $59,773, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Pittsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,773
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,252
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$69,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,131
County GDP$5,263M

Business (County)

Restaurants181
Healthcare234
Retail240
Manufacturing115

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Pittsville is $117,300, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,147.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,300
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,147

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units405
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Effective Rate4.48%
In Pittsville, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pittsville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death7,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities234
Pittsville has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall47.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,031 ft (314 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density417/sq mi
Coordinates44.4417°N, 90.1366°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density417/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants181
Retail Stores240

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

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