Shiocton, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Shiocton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 776. Residents earn $56,146 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
776 Population 494/sq mi density
$56,146 Median Income $32,440 per capita
$165,800 Home Value $231,968 Zillow
$737 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,146 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,800 home value, $737/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,146
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,800
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $737
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population776
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density494/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,146
Per Capita$32,440
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$17,224M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,800
Rent$737
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,968
Housing Units414
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property983/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking13.3%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation768 ft (234 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+86.0%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute26 min
Broadband82.6%
Libraries9

Is Shiocton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shiocton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Shiocton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shiocton is $56,146, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shiocton is $165,800, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $737 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Shiocton 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 983 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Shiocton 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. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches, including 45.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Shiocton has a population of 776 with a density of 494 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

776
Total Population
494
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Shiocton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shiocton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shiocton is $56,146, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Shiocton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,146
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,440
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$84,505

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,053
County GDP$17,224M

Business (County)

Restaurants502
Healthcare561
Retail691
Manufacturing344

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,567
88% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Shiocton is $165,800, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $737 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,968.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,800
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,968

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$737
37% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.7%
Housing Units414
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,567
88% above US avg
Effective Rate3.96%
In Shiocton, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep32.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits68.8%
Premature Death6,072/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access88.2%
Healthcare Facilities561
Shiocton has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 983 per 100,000 (50% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Shiocton 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 Property982.5/100K
50% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft982.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Shiocton 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 34.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.9 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall45.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density494/sq mi
Coordinates44.4450°N, 88.5765°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55087
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.2-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%
D 44.2%

Winner: Republican by 10.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+86.0%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density494/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.6%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities561
Restaurants502
Retail Stores691

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

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