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Rome, WI

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Rome is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 609. Residents earn $88,281 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
609 Population 164/sq mi density
$88,281 Median Income $45,624 per capita
$290,000 Home Value
$1,033 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,281 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$290,000 home value, $1,033/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,281
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $290,000
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.3%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,033
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population609
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,281
Per Capita$45,624
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$290,000
Rent$1,033
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units243
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking13.3%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation838 ft (255 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.3%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute42 min
Broadband98.4%
Libraries11

Is Rome a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rome receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Rome stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rome is $88,281, 17% 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%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rome is $290,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,033 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rome experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches, including 50.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rome has a population of 609 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 4.9% Hispanic.

Population

609
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rome vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rome vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rome is $88,281, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Rome vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,281
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,624
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$89,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,401
County GDP$6,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare234
Retail366
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.9 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rome is $290,000, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,033 (11% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$290,000
3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,033
11% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.4%
Housing Units243
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In Rome, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep32.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,322
Dentists1:2,066
Mental Health1:670
Checkup Rate73.6%
Dental Visits70.6%
Premature Death7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities234
Rome has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall50.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation838 ft (255 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates42.9853°N, 88.6499°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 31.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 98.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.3%
7% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.4%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants337
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.9 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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