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Taylor, WI

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Taylor is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 336. Residents earn $51,786 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
336 Population 460/sq mi density
$51,786 Median Income $26,296 per capita
$110,700 Home Value $192,939 Zillow
$810 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$51,786 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,700 home value, $810/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,786
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $810
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.3%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population336
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density460/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,786
Per Capita$26,296
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty17.3%
County GDP$1,889M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,700
Rent$810
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,939
Housing Units178
Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking16.7%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI34 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation891 ft (272 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Broadband71.8%
Libraries9

Is Taylor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taylor receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Taylor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taylor is $51,786, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taylor is $110,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $810 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Taylor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Taylor has a population of 336 with a density of 460 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

336
Total Population
460
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Taylor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Taylor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taylor is $51,786, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Taylor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,786
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,296
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$64,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.3%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)835
County GDP$1,889M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare49
Retail96
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Taylor is $110,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $810 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,939.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,700
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,939

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$810
30% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$778
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,245
4 Bedrooms$1,570

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.8%
Housing Units178
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Rate4.84%
In Taylor, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death6,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Taylor has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall41.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median34.0
RatingGood
Good Days %97.5%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation891 ft (272 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density460/sq mi
Coordinates44.3217°N, 91.1205°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin. 71.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score6.10
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density460/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.8%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants80
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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