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Sullivan, WI

Wisconsin

Sullivan is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 711. Residents earn $82,500 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
711 Population 624/sq mi density
$82,500 Median Income $37,391 per capita
$244,500 Home Value $417,300 Zillow
$1,055 Median Rent 24.9% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$82,500 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$244,500 home value, $1,055/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,500
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $244,500
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,055
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.4%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population711
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density624/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,500
Per Capita$37,391
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty21.4%
County GDP$4,923M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$244,500
Rent$1,055
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$417,300
Housing Units262
Rent Burden24.9%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking13.4%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation844 ft (257 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries7

Is Sullivan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sullivan receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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 an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Sullivan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sullivan is $82,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sullivan is $244,500, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,055 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Sullivan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 20°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 36.8 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Sullivan has a population of 711 with a density of 624 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

711
Total Population
624
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Sullivan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sullivan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sullivan is $82,500, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Sullivan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,500
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,391
Avg Weekly Wage$1,042
IRS Avg AGI$75,650

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.4%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,344
County GDP$4,923M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare218
Retail277
Manufacturing139

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,930
69% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sullivan is $244,500, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,055 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $417,300.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,500
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$417,300

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$261
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,055
9% below US avg
Rent Burden24.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.1%
Housing Units262
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,930
69% above US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Sullivan, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,574
Dentists1:1,589
Mental Health1:841
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits69.7%
Premature Death7,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access74.9%
Healthcare Facilities218
Sullivan has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall39.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation844 ft (257 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density624/sq mi
Coordinates43.0123°N, 88.5953°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.1%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density624/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities218
Restaurants201
Retail Stores277

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone76.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.1%

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