Plymouth, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Plymouth is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 8,913. Residents earn $67,784 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
8,913 Population 1,663/sq mi density
$67,784 Median Income $36,681 per capita
$194,900 Home Value $410,769 Zillow
$865 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
60 Violent Crime/100K 1,611 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,784 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,900 home value, $865/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
60 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,784
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $194,900
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 60/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $865
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,913
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density1,663/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,784
Per Capita$36,681
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$9,431M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,900
Rent$865
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$410,769

Crime

F
Violent60/100K
Property1,611/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault36/100K
Burglary119/100K

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation878 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute17 min
EV Stations3
Libraries8

Is Plymouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plymouth receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Plymouth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plymouth is $67,784, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plymouth is $194,900, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $865 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Plymouth is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,611 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Plymouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 44.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Plymouth has a population of 8,913 with a density of 1,663 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

8,913
Total Population
1,663
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Plymouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Plymouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plymouth is $67,784, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Plymouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,784
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,681
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$74,285

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,046
County GDP$9,431M

Business (County)

Restaurants288
Healthcare339
Retail366
Manufacturing201

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,138
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Plymouth is $194,900, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $865 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $410,769.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,900
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$410,769
Median List Price$269,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$269,500
$/Sq Ft$171
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$865
26% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,138
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.15%
In Plymouth, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death6,926/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access85.6%
Healthcare Facilities339
Plymouth has a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,611 per 100,000 (18% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Plymouth vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent59.7/100K
84% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape11.9/100K
Robbery11.9/100K
Assault35.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,611.0/100K
18% below US avg
Burglary119.3/100K
Theft1,432.0/100K
Vehicle Theft59.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Plymouth has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall44.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation878 ft (268 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²)
Population Density1,663/sq mi
Coordinates43.7453°N, 87.9653°W
County FIPS55117
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.1%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,663/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities339
Restaurants288
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Work from Home10.3%

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