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Tennyson, WI

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Tennyson is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 335. Residents earn $59,872 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
335 Population 779/sq mi density
$59,872 Median Income $35,886 per capita
$134,900 Home Value
$1,083 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,872 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,900 home value, $1,083/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,872
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,900
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,083
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population335
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density779/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,872
Per Capita$35,886
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$2,999M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,900
Rent$1,083
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units184
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking15.1%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation964 ft (294 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute24 min
Broadband69.4%
Libraries13

Is Tennyson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tennyson receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Tennyson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tennyson is $59,872, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tennyson is $134,900, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,083 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Tennyson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tennyson has a population of 335 with a density of 779 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

335
Total Population
779
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tennyson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tennyson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tennyson is $59,872, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Tennyson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,872
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,886
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$64,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,509
County GDP$2,999M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare102
Retail185
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Tennyson is $134,900, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,083 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,900
52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,083
7% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.6%
Housing Units184
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%
In Tennyson, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death7,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access66.9%
Healthcare Facilities102
Tennyson has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall36.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation964 ft (294 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density779/sq mi
Coordinates42.6906°N, 90.6867°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 69.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density779/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.4%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants130
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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