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Port Wing, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Bayfield County County
Port Wing, WI
At a Glance
How Port Wing Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Port Wing's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Port Wing a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Port Wing residents earn a median household income of $53,750 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,763. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 25.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 578 business establishments, including 102 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Port Wing is $137,500 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $235,044. Median rent is $325/month, with 27.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1953.
Safety & Crime
Port Wing reports 87 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 874/100K.
Education
38.5% of adults in Port Wing hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Port Wing has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.