Pound, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Forest County County
Pound, WI
At a Glance
How Pound Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pound's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pound a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pound residents earn a median household income of $66,023 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,415. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 301 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pound is $115,400 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $290,446. Median rent is $607/month, with 19.3% 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.
Education
16.3% of adults in Pound hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pound 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 totals 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.