Roberts, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Roberts is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,981. Residents earn $92,105 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,981 Population 656/sq mi density
$92,105 Median Income $37,464 per capita
$270,300 Home Value $404,490 Zillow
$1,661 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$92,105 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$270,300 home value, $1,661/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,105
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $270,300
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,661
43% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,981
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density656/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,105
Per Capita$37,464
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$1,545M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$270,300
Rent$1,661
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$404,490
Housing Units791
Rent Burden22.0%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking13.6%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation988 ft (301 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute29 min
Broadband89.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Roberts a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roberts receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Roberts stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roberts is $92,105, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% 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 Roberts is $270,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,661 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Roberts has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Roberts has a population of 1,981 with a density of 656 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

1,981
Total Population
656
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Roberts vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roberts vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roberts is $92,105, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Roberts vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,105
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,464
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$86,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare78
Retail97
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Roberts is $270,300, 4% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,661 (43% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $404,490.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$270,300
4% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$404,490
Median List Price$425,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$425,000
$/Sq Ft$256
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,661
43% above US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%
Housing Units791
Median Year Built2003

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Roberts, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits68.6%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78
Roberts has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.4°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation988 ft (301 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density656/sq mi
Coordinates44.9619°N, 92.5477°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 89.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density656/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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