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Stone Lake, WI

Wisconsin

Stone Lake is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 79. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
79 Population 84/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $40,928 per capita
$195,800 Home Value $456,261 Zillow
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$195,800 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,800
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.3%
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.6%
114% higher than US avg

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

People

Population79
Median Age63.8 yrs
Density84/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans79.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$40,928
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.6%
County GDP$800M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$195,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$456,261
Housing Units165
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity33.2%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.4%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,316 ft (401 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+14.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute20 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries2

Is Stone Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stone Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Stone Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stone Lake is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stone Lake is $195,800, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Stone Lake 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. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 55.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Stone Lake has a population of 79 with a density of 84 people per square mile. The median age is 63.8 years, 64% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.

Population

79
Total Population
84
People / sq mi
63.8yrs
Median Age
64% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Stone Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Stone Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stone Lake is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Stone Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,928
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$68,050

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.6%
114% above US avg
Establishments (County)611
County GDP$800M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare49
Retail74
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,359
53% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Stone Lake is $195,800, 31% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $456,261.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,800
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$456,261

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units165
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,359
53% above US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Stone Lake, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stone Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,047
Dentists1:2,416
Mental Health1:677
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death9,092/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access65.1%
Healthcare Facilities49
Stone Lake has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall55.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,316 ft (401 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates45.8389°N, 91.5521°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 42.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.3-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.6%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 28.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.3%
26% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+14.1%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density84/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants73
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

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