Rosendale, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Rosendale is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 973. Residents earn $91,844 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
973 Population 778/sq mi density
$91,844 Median Income $40,409 per capita
$246,100 Home Value $298,647 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$91,844 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$246,100 home value, $625/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,844
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $246,100
13% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population973
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density778/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,844
Per Capita$40,409
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$6,749M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$246,100
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$298,647
Rent Burden18.2%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Elevation901 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute25 min
Libraries7

Is Rosendale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rosendale 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, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rosendale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rosendale is $91,844, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rosendale is $246,100, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Rosendale is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rosendale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches, including 37.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rosendale has a population of 973 with a density of 778 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

973
Total Population
778
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Rosendale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rosendale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rosendale is $91,844, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Rosendale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,844
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,409
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$77,525

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,535
County GDP$6,749M

Business (County)

Restaurants233
Healthcare241
Retail304
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,030
72% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Rosendale is $246,100, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $298,647.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$246,100
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$298,647

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,030
72% above US avg
Effective Rate2.45%
In Rosendale, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death7,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access79.1%
Healthcare Facilities241
Rosendale has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Rosendale vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Rosendale has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall37.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation901 ft (275 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density778/sq mi
Coordinates43.8089°N, 88.6712°W
County FIPS55039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density778/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities241
Restaurants233
Retail Stores304

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Work from Home7.8%

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