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Sayner, WI

Wisconsin · Oneida County

Sayner is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 168. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
168 Population 92/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $40,192 per capita
$267,500 Home Value $284,790 Zillow
40°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$267,500 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $267,500
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$40,192
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$2,432M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$267,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,790
Housing Units253
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking13.4%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,671 ft (509 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+98.6%
Graduate+12.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute31 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries3

Is Sayner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sayner receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sayner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sayner is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sayner is $267,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sayner has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 98.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sayner has a population of 168 with a density of 92 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%), with 5.4% Black.

Population

168
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sayner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sayner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sayner is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Sayner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,192
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$76,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,496
County GDP$2,432M

Business (County)

Restaurants197
Healthcare158
Retail221
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sayner is $267,500, 5% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,790.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$267,500
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,790

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%
Housing Units253
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Sayner, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep28.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,417
Dentists1:1,158
Mental Health1:338
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death6,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities158
Sayner has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall98.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,671 ft (509 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates45.9878°N, 89.5419°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyOneida County County
County FIPS55085
Sayner is located in Oneida County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.6-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.2%
D 40.6%

Winner: Republican by 17.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+98.6%
Graduate Degree+12.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density92/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi
CountyOneida County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities158
Restaurants197
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.0%

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