Prairie Farm, WI

Wisconsin

Prairie Farm is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 462. Residents earn $46,563 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
462 Population 481/sq mi density
$46,563 Median Income $24,520 per capita
$124,600 Home Value $249,930 Zillow
$672 Median Rent 31.7% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$46,563 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,600 home value, $672/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,563
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,600
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $672
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.8%
76% higher than US avg

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

People

Population462
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density481/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,563
Per Capita$24,520
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty21.8%
County GDP$2,994M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,600
Rent$672
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,930
Rent Burden31.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation1,034 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+91.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 33%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries6

Is Prairie Farm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Prairie Farm receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Prairie Farm offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prairie Farm is $46,563, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 21.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prairie Farm is $124,600, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $672 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Prairie Farm has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 51.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Prairie Farm has a population of 462 with a density of 481 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

462
Total Population
481
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Prairie Farm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Prairie Farm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prairie Farm is $46,563, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Prairie Farm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,563
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,520
Avg Weekly Wage$923
IRS Avg AGI$65,445

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.8%
76% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,569
County GDP$2,994M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare150
Retail204
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,272
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Prairie Farm is $124,600, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $672 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,930.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,600
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,930

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$672
42% below US avg
Rent Burden31.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,272
51% above US avg
Effective Rate4.23%
In Prairie Farm, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Prairie Farm vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death7,673/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access73.7%
Healthcare Facilities150

Crime Rates: Prairie Farm vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Prairie Farm has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.4°F
21% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall51.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density481/sq mi
Coordinates45.2364°N, 91.9800°W
County FIPS55005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.1-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 29.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density481/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants162
Retail Stores204

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.4%
Work from Home1.2%

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