Shullsburg, WI

Wisconsin

Shullsburg is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,310. Residents earn $58,500 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,310 Population 985/sq mi density
$58,500 Median Income $27,843 per capita
$130,700 Home Value $196,936 Zillow
$909 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$58,500 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,700 home value, $909/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,500
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,700
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.6%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $909
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,310
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density985/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,500
Per Capita$27,843
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$932M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,700
Rent$909
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$196,936

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation950 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.6%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute28 min
Libraries7

Is Shullsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shullsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Shullsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shullsburg is $58,500, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shullsburg is $130,700, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $909 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

16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Shullsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 35.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Shullsburg has a population of 1,310 with a density of 985 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

1,310
Total Population
985
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Shullsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.9%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.1%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shullsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shullsburg is $58,500, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Shullsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,500
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,843
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$62,765

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)510
County GDP$932M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare20
Retail42
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Shullsburg is $130,700, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $909 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $196,936.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,700
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$196,936

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$909
22% 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-Occupied83.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Shullsburg, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death7,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access47.6%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Shullsburg has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall35.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation950 ft (290 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density985/sq mi
Coordinates42.5733°N, 90.2348°W
County FIPS55065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.6%
51% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density985/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants34
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Work from Home1.7%

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