Potter, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Potter is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 264. Residents earn $64,583 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
264 Population 518/sq mi density
$64,583 Median Income $34,271 per capita
$169,000 Home Value
$810 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$64,583 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $810/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,583
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $810
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population264
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density518/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,583
Per Capita$34,271
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$2,315M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,000
Rent$810
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking15.6%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation833 ft (254 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute19 min
Broadband90.6%
Libraries3

Is Potter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Potter receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Potter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Potter is $64,583, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Potter is $169,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $810 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

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Potter has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 43.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Potter has a population of 264 with a density of 518 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%).

Population

264
Total Population
518
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Potter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Potter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Potter is $64,583, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Potter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,583
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,271
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$86,193

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,007
County GDP$2,315M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare98
Retail107
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,018
72% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Potter is $169,000, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $810 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$810
30% 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-Occupied87.2%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,018
72% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Potter, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death4,553/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities98
Potter has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall43.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation833 ft (254 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density518/sq mi
Coordinates44.1185°N, 88.1017°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density518/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants88
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home7.9%

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