Seneca, WI

Wisconsin

Seneca is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 336. Residents earn $59,013 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
336 Population 400/sq mi density
$59,013 Median Income $19,980 per capita
$131,300 Home Value
$920 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$59,013 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,300 home value, $920/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,013
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.4%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population336
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density400/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans1.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,013
Per Capita$19,980
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$902M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,300
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units91

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.1%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,255 ft (383 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute31 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries3

Is Seneca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seneca receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Seneca stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seneca is $59,013, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 1.4% 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 Seneca is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $920 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

30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Seneca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 37.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Seneca has a population of 336 with a density of 400 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

336
Total Population
400
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Seneca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Seneca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seneca is $59,013, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Seneca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,013
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,980
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$59,412

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$902M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare36
Retail75
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,995
71% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.1 min
Drive Alone53.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Seneca is $131,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,300
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% 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-Occupied91.9%
Housing Units91
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,995
71% above US avg
Effective Rate4.57%
In Seneca, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.3%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits72.4%
Premature Death6,916/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access54.0%
Healthcare Facilities36
Seneca has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 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) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall37.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,255 ft (383 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density400/sq mi
Coordinates43.2658°N, 90.9566°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density400/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants57
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.1 min
Drive Alone53.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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