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Potosi, WI

Wisconsin

Potosi is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 616. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
616 Population 371/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $35,762 per capita
$183,200 Home Value
$719 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$183,200 home value, $719/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $183,200
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $719
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population616
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density371/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$35,762
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$2,999M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,200
Rent$719
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units282
Rent Burden22.0%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.0%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation927 ft (283 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+92.8%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute27 min
Broadband94.7%
Libraries13

Is Potosi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Potosi receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Potosi stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Potosi is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Potosi is $183,200, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Potosi experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Potosi has a population of 616 with a density of 371 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

616
Total Population
371
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Potosi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Potosi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Potosi is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Potosi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,762
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$64,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,509
County GDP$2,999M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare102
Retail185
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Potosi is $183,200, 35% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,200
35% below US avg
Median List Price$189,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$189,000
$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$719
38% below US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.8%
Housing Units282
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Potosi, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,369
Dentists1:2,229
Mental Health1:565
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death7,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access66.9%
Healthcare Facilities102
Potosi has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall36.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation927 ft (283 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density371/sq mi
Coordinates42.6855°N, 90.7077°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+92.8%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density371/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.7%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants130
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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