Wisconsin
Spooner is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,203. Residents earn $44,474 per year, which is 41% below the national average.
Based on current data, Spooner receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Spooner has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Spooner is $44,474, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Spooner is $141,800, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 575 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,606 per 100,000, 33% above the national average.
17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Spooner has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 55.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 96.7% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.3% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $44,474 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,179 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $852 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,050 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.4% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 611 |
| County GDP | $800M |
| Restaurants | 73 |
| Healthcare | 49 |
| Retail | 74 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,359 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.78% |
| Commute Time | 16.6 min |
| Work from Home | 19.7% |
| Census Median | $141,800 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $281,440 |
| Census Median Rent | $803 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,359 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.78% |
| Obesity | 36.1% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.6% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 9,092/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
| Total Violent | 574.9/100K |
| 51% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 115.0/100K |
| Robbery | 38.3/100K |
| Assault | 421.6/100K |
| Total Property | 2,606.4/100K |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 191.6/100K |
| Theft | 2,299.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 115.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 42.2°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 11°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 31.6 inches |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 55.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,093 ft (333 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 547/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8259°N, 91.8861°W |
| County FIPS | 55129 |
Winner: Republican by 28.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.0% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 547/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
| Restaurants | 73 |
| Retail Stores | 74 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 16.6 min |
| Work from Home | 19.7% |