Tainter Lake, WI

Wisconsin

Tainter Lake is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,753. Residents earn $96,250 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,753 Population 149/sq mi density
$96,250 Median Income $46,329 per capita
$275,600 Home Value
$883 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$96,250 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$275,600 home value, $883/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,250
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $275,600
2% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.6%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $883
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,753
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,250
Per Capita$46,329
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$2,581M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$275,600
Rent$883
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.2 in/yr
Elevation878 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.6%
High School+93.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute23 min
Libraries5

Is Tainter Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tainter Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Tainter Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tainter Lake is $96,250, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tainter Lake is $275,600, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $883 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Tainter Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches, including 40.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tainter Lake has a population of 2,753 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

2,753
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
18.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.4%
Female 43.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tainter Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tainter Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tainter Lake is $96,250, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Tainter Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,250
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,329
Avg Weekly Wage$1,018
IRS Avg AGI$69,699

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,151
County GDP$2,581M

Business (County)

Restaurants99
Healthcare99
Retail128
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Tainter Lake is $275,600, 2% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $883 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$275,600
2% below US avg
Median List Price$452,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$452,950
$/Sq Ft$210
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.2%
Price Drops7.7%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$883
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,168
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.88%
In Tainter Lake, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate74.3%
Premature Death5,952/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access53.2%
Healthcare Facilities99

Crime Rates: Tainter Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Tainter Lake has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.2 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall40.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation878 ft (268 m)
Area18.5 sq mi (48.0 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates44.9891°N, 91.8482°W
County FIPS55033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 39.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.4%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 15.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.6%
18% above US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area18.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants99
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home9.4%

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