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Rubicon, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Rubicon is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 118. Residents earn $55,938 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
118 Population 281/sq mi density
$55,938 Median Income $34,579 per capita
$277,900 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$55,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$277,900 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,938
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $277,900
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population118
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density281/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,938
Per Capita$34,579
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty19.5%
County GDP$9,202M
Commute19 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$277,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units65
Rent Burden26.1%

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking14.6%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,031 ft (314 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+81.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute19 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries6

Is Rubicon a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rubicon is $55,938, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rubicon is $277,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rubicon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches, including 36.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rubicon has a population of 118 with a density of 281 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

118
Total Population
281
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rubicon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rubicon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rubicon is $55,938, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Rubicon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,938
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,579
Avg Weekly Wage$1,121
IRS Avg AGI$93,085

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,910
County GDP$9,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants294
Healthcare338
Retail359
Manufacturing337

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,741
64% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rubicon is $277,900, 1% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$277,900
1% below US avg
Median List Price$365,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$365,000
$/Sq Ft$218
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.5%
Housing Units65
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,741
64% above US avg
Effective Rate2.07%
In Rubicon, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits68.7%
Premature Death5,784/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access93.5%
Healthcare Facilities338
Rubicon has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall36.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,031 ft (314 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density281/sq mi
Coordinates43.3372°N, 88.4526°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55131
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+81.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density281/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities338
Restaurants294
Retail Stores359

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Nearby Cities

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