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Poplar, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Poplar is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 610. Residents earn $92,188 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
610 Population 51/sq mi density
$92,188 Median Income $37,660 per capita
$197,400 Home Value $294,402 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$92,188 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$197,400 home value, $1,125/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,188
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $197,400
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.8%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population610
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density51/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,188
Per Capita$37,660
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$2,402M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,400
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,402
Housing Units235
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking13.6%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,003 ft (306 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.8%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+7.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute32 min
Broadband97.7%
Libraries3

Is Poplar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poplar receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Poplar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poplar is $92,188, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Poplar is $197,400, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Poplar has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Poplar has a population of 610 with a density of 51 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 6.2% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

610
Total Population
51
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
11.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Poplar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Poplar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poplar is $92,188, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Poplar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,188
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,660
Avg Weekly Wage$1,016
IRS Avg AGI$67,532

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,215
County GDP$2,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare119
Retail151
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Poplar is $197,400, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,402.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,400
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,402

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.1%
Housing Units235
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Effective Rate2.49%
In Poplar, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death8,763/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities119
Poplar has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,003 ft (306 m)
Area11.9 sq mi (30.8 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates46.5818°N, 91.7823°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55031
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.3-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%
D 52%

Winner: Democrat by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.8%
9% below US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+7.2%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density51/sq mi
Total Area11.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants156
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

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