Schofield, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Schofield is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,020. Residents earn $65,478 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,020 Population 953/sq mi density
$65,478 Median Income $43,541 per capita
$144,200 Home Value $217,025 Zillow
$946 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$65,478 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,200 home value, $946/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,478
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,200
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $946
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,020
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density953/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,478
Per Capita$43,541
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$11,882M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,200
Rent$946
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,025

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation1,180 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute16 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Schofield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schofield receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Schofield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schofield is $65,478, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schofield is $144,200, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $946 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Schofield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 64.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Schofield has a population of 2,020 with a density of 953 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%).

Population

2,020
Total Population
953
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Schofield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Schofield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schofield is $65,478, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Schofield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,478
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,541
Avg Weekly Wage$1,115
IRS Avg AGI$80,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,960
County GDP$11,882M

Business (County)

Restaurants329
Healthcare424
Retail428
Manufacturing239

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Schofield is $144,200, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $946 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,025.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,200
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,025
Median List Price$155,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$155,000
$/Sq Ft$123
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$946
19% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Effective Rate4.45%
In Schofield, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 26.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity26.2%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death6,974/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities424

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Schofield has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall64.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,180 ft (360 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density953/sq mi
Coordinates44.9133°N, 89.6215°W
County FIPS55073
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density953/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities424
Restaurants329
Retail Stores428

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Work from Home4.9%

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