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Potosi, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Grant County County
Potosi, WI
At a Glance
How Potosi Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Potosi's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Potosi a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Potosi residents earn a median household income of $70,000 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,762. The unemployment rate stands at 0.8% (78% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,509 business establishments, including 130 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Potosi is $183,200 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $237,125. Median rent is $719/month, with 22.0% 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 1969.
Safety & Crime
Potosi reports 369 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 3% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,555/100K.
Education
19.0% of adults in Potosi hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Potosi has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.