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Radisson, WI

Wisconsin · Sawyer County

Radisson is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 243. Residents earn $39,423 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
243 Population 623/sq mi density
$39,423 Median Income $22,003 per capita
$81,400 Home Value
$669 Median Rent 32.1% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$39,423 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,400 home value, $669/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,423
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,400
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $669
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density623/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans20.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,423
Per Capita$22,003
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$966M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,400
Rent$669
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units133
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking19.4%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,244 ft (379 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+7.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute32 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries3

Is Radisson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Radisson receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Radisson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Radisson is $39,423, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Radisson is $81,400, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $669 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Radisson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 67.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Radisson has a population of 243 with a density of 623 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 8.2% Hispanic.

Population

243
Total Population
623
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Radisson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Radisson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Radisson is $39,423, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Radisson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,423
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,003
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$69,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)701
County GDP$966M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare53
Retail99
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,486
57% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Radisson is $81,400, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $669 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,400
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$669
42% below US avg
Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.0%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,486
57% above US avg
Effective Rate6.74%
In Radisson, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 29.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity29.5%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,307
Dentists1:1,856
Mental Health1:309
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death11,331/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access66.8%
Healthcare Facilities53
Radisson has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall67.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,244 ft (379 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density623/sq mi
Coordinates45.7675°N, 91.2174°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySawyer County County
County FIPS55113
Radisson is located in Sawyer County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.7%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+7.7%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density623/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountySawyer County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants110
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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