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Ridgeland, WI

Wisconsin

Ridgeland is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 288. Residents earn $37,813 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
288 Population 626/sq mi density
$37,813 Median Income $25,273 per capita
$114,000 Home Value $259,547 Zillow
$575 Median Rent 30.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$37,813 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,000 home value, $575/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,813
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,000
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population288
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density626/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,813
Per Capita$25,273
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$2,994M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,000
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,547
Housing Units140
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.9%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,113 ft (339 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Broadband70.7%
Libraries6

Is Ridgeland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ridgeland receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ridgeland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ridgeland is $37,813, 50% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ridgeland is $114,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 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

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Ridgeland 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. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 51.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Ridgeland has a population of 288 with a density of 626 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

288
Total Population
626
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ridgeland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ridgeland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ridgeland is $37,813, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Ridgeland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,813
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,273
Avg Weekly Wage$923
IRS Avg AGI$65,445

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below 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 Rate4.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ridgeland is $114,000, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,547.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,000
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,547

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.7%
Housing Units140
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,272
51% above US avg
Effective Rate4.62%
In Ridgeland, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits66.6%
Premature Death7,673/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access73.7%
Healthcare Facilities150
Ridgeland 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. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,113 ft (339 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density626/sq mi
Coordinates45.1981°N, 91.8980°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.1-point margin. 70.7% 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+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density626/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants162
Retail Stores204

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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