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Sobieski, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Sobieski is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 238. Residents earn $132,566 per year, which is 76% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
238 Population 189/sq mi density
$132,566 Median Income $29,055 per capita
$134,100 Home Value $459,722 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$132,566 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,100 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $132,566
76% higher than US avg
Home Value $134,100
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population238
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density189/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans12.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$132,566
Per Capita$29,055
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,351M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$459,722
Housing Units84
Rent Burden24.1%

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking13.4%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation664 ft (202 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+86.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries6

Is Sobieski a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sobieski receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Sobieski stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sobieski is $132,566, which is significantly higher than the national average — 76% above $75,149. This places Sobieski among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sobieski is $134,100, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sobieski has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sobieski has a population of 238 with a density of 189 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

238
Total Population
189
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sobieski vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sobieski vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sobieski is $132,566, which is 76% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Sobieski vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$132,566
76% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,055
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$71,461

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)932
County GDP$1,351M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare115
Retail98
Manufacturing49

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,861
39% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone49.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sobieski is $134,100, 52% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $459,722.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,100
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$459,722

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.9%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,861
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.62%
In Sobieski, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.7%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,280
Dentists1:2,642
Mental Health1:1,894
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death6,794/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access59.6%
Healthcare Facilities115
Sobieski has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation664 ft (202 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density189/sq mi
Coordinates44.7227°N, 88.0659°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+86.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density189/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants100
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone49.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.2%

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