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Siren, WI

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Siren is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 700. Residents earn $39,688 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
700 Population 515/sq mi density
$39,688 Median Income $27,196 per capita
$172,500 Home Value $266,455 Zillow
$755 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
128 Violent Crime/100K 6,505 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$39,688 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$172,500 home value, $755/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
128 violent crimes/100K (66% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,688
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,500
39% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 128/100K
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $755
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.6%
58% higher than US avg

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

People

Population700
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density515/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans22.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,688
Per Capita$27,196
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty19.6%
County GDP$751M
Commute17 min

Housing

A
Home Value$172,500
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,455
Housing Units463
Rent Burden28.1%

Crime

F
Violent128/100K
Property6,505/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault128/100K
Burglary638/100K

Health

Obesity40.8%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking19.4%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation995 ft (303 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute17 min
Broadband73.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Siren a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Siren receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Siren has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Siren is $39,688, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Siren is $172,500, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Siren is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 128 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,505 per 100,000, 232% above the national average.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Siren has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°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 32.9 inches, including 61.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Siren has a population of 700 with a density of 515 people per square mile. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 6.3% Hispanic.

Population

700
Total Population
515
People / sq mi
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Siren vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Siren vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Siren is $39,688, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Siren vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,688
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,196
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$66,474

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.6%
58% above US avg
Establishments (County)469
County GDP$751M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare33
Retail64
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,647
33% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Siren is $172,500, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,455.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,500
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$266,455

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$755
35% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units463
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,647
33% above US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
In Siren, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,581
Dentists1:2,839
Mental Health1:900
Checkup Rate73.6%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death8,122/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access64.8%
Healthcare Facilities33
Siren has a violent crime rate of 128 per 100,000 residents, 66% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 6,505 per 100,000 (232% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent127.6/100K
66% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault127.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property6,505.1/100K
232% above US avg
Burglary637.8/100K
Theft5,612.2/100K
Vehicle Theft255.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Siren has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall61.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation995 ft (303 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density515/sq mi
Coordinates45.7778°N, 92.3832°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 73.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density515/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.5%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants69
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home4.9%

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