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Potter Lake, WI

Wisconsin

Potter Lake is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 766. Residents earn $93,864 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
766 Population 716/sq mi density
$93,864 Median Income $51,101 per capita
$279,400 Home Value $425,690 Zillow
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,864 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$279,400 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,864
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $279,400
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.5%
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population766
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density716/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,864
Per Capita$51,101
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$279,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$425,690
Housing Units439
Rent Burden26.5%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking11.2%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation837 ft (255 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.5%
High School+99.8%
Graduate+10.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute26 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries11

Is Potter Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Potter Lake 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, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Potter Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Potter Lake is $93,864, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Potter Lake is $279,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Potter Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Potter Lake has a population of 766 with a density of 716 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

766
Total Population
716
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Potter Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Potter Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Potter Lake is $93,864, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Potter Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,864
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,101
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$89,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,401
County GDP$6,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare234
Retail366
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Potter Lake is $279,400, 1% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $425,690.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$279,400
1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$425,690

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$265
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units439
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate3.04%
In Potter Lake, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Potter Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.0%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep30.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits74.9%
Premature Death7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities234
Potter Lake has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density716/sq mi
Coordinates42.8201°N, 88.3431°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.5%
9% below US avg
High School+99.8%
Graduate Degree+10.1%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density716/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants337
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

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