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Polonia, WI

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Polonia is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 624. Residents earn $115,862 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
624 Population 187/sq mi density
$115,862 Median Income $46,208 per capita
$320,500 Home Value
$789 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$115,862 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$320,500 home value, $789/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,862
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $320,500
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.9%
27% higher than US avg
Median Rent $789
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population624
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,862
Per Capita$46,208
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$320,500
Rent$789
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units236
Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking13.5%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,172 ft (357 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.9%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+15.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute28 min
Broadband78.6%
Libraries5

Is Polonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Polonia receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Polonia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Polonia is $115,862, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Polonia among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Polonia is $320,500, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Polonia 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 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Polonia has a population of 624 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

624
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Polonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Polonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Polonia is $115,862, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Polonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,862
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,208
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$75,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$5,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare230
Retail206
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone61.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Polonia is $320,500, 14% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$320,500
14% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$165
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.5%
Housing Units236
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Polonia, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.1%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death5,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities230
Polonia 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 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,172 ft (357 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates44.5805°N, 89.4106°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 42.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.2-point margin. 78.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.6%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.9%
27% above US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+15.5%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.6%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities230
Restaurants217
Retail Stores206

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone61.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.5%

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