Readstown, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Readstown is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 380. Residents earn $32,083 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
380 Population 222/sq mi density
$32,083 Median Income $21,164 per capita
$97,300 Home Value $186,556 Zillow
$398 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$32,083 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,300 home value, $398/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,083
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,300
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $398
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population380
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density222/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,083
Per Capita$21,164
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$1,540M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,300
Rent$398
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,556
Housing Units176
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking18.2%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation760 ft (232 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute22 min
Broadband73.3%
Libraries8

Is Readstown a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Readstown is $32,083, 57% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Readstown is $97,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $398 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Readstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Readstown has a population of 380 with a density of 222 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

380
Total Population
222
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.3%
Female 59.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Readstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Readstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Readstown is $32,083, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Readstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,083
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,164
Avg Weekly Wage$905
IRS Avg AGI$63,201

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)828
County GDP$1,540M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare75
Retail79
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,923
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Readstown is $97,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $398 (66% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,556.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,300
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,556

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$398
66% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.5%
Housing Units176
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,923
41% above US avg
Effective Rate5.06%
In Readstown, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits52.1%
Premature Death7,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access54.1%
Healthcare Facilities75
Readstown has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation760 ft (232 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density222/sq mi
Coordinates43.4487°N, 90.7591°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55123
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.8-point margin. 73.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.1%
D 45.3%

Winner: Republican by 7.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density222/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.3%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities75
Restaurants63
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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