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Soldiers Grove, WI

Wisconsin

Soldiers Grove is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 592. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
592 Population 162/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $22,084 per capita
$145,100 Home Value $285,909 Zillow
$747 Median Rent 31.1% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$145,100 home value, $747/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,100
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $747
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population592
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density162/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$22,084
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$902M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,100
Rent$747
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$285,909
Housing Units218
Rent Burden31.1%

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking18.5%
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation787 ft (240 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Broadband73.4%
Libraries3

Is Soldiers Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Soldiers Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Soldiers Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Soldiers Grove is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Soldiers Grove is $145,100, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $747 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Soldiers Grove 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.

Soldiers Grove has a population of 592 with a density of 162 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

592
Total Population
162
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Soldiers Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Soldiers Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Soldiers Grove is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Soldiers Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,084
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$59,412

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% 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
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Soldiers Grove is $145,100, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $747 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,909.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,100
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$285,909

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$747
36% below US avg
Rent Burden31.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.2%
Housing Units218
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,995
71% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Soldiers Grove, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 28.3% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Soldiers Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma12.2%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,340
Dentists1:1,779
Mental Health1:839
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death6,916/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access54.0%
Healthcare Facilities36
Soldiers Grove 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

Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density162/sq mi
Coordinates43.3923°N, 90.7734°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 73.4% 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+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density162/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.4%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants57
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

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