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Rewey, WI

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Rewey is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 255. Residents earn $56,875 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
255 Population 500/sq mi density
$56,875 Median Income $29,196 per capita
$117,200 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$56,875 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,200 home value, $675/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,875
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.1%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population255
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density500/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,875
Per Capita$29,196
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$2,999M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,200
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking15.8%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+7.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute29 min
Broadband74.3%
Libraries13

Is Rewey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rewey receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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, high obesity rates. Rewey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rewey is $56,875, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rewey is $117,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 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

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rewey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°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 40.0 inches, including 42.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rewey has a population of 255 with a density of 500 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

255
Total Population
500
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rewey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rewey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rewey is $56,875, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Rewey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,875
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,196
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$64,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.1%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,509
County GDP$2,999M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare102
Retail185
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rewey is $117,200, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,200
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.7%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Rewey, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.6%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death7,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access66.9%
Healthcare Facilities102
Rewey has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall42.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density500/sq mi
Coordinates42.8419°N, 90.3961°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 74.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+7.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density500/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.3%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants130
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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