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Ridgeland, WI
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Ridgeland, WI
At a Glance
How Ridgeland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ridgeland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ridgeland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ridgeland residents earn a median household income of $37,813 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,273. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,569 business establishments, including 162 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ridgeland is $114,000 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $259,547. Median rent is $575/month, with 30.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Ridgeland reports 179 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 53% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 238/100K.
Education
4.8% of adults in Ridgeland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below the national average). 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ridgeland has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.