Stevens Point, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Portage County County
Stevens Point, WI
At a Glance
How Stevens Point Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Stevens Point's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Stevens Point a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Stevens Point residents earn a median household income of $56,218 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,670. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,939 business establishments, including 217 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Stevens Point is $189,700 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $287,968. Median rent is $874/month, with 27.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Stevens Point reports 171 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 628/100K. The murder rate is 3.9/100K.
Education
39.4% of adults in Stevens Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above the national average). 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Stevens Point has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches.