Three Lakes, WI

Wisconsin

Three Lakes is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 393. Residents earn $53,625 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
393 Population 139/sq mi density
$53,625 Median Income $34,349 per capita
$183,700 Home Value $403,563 Zillow
40°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$183,700 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,625
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $183,700
35% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.8%
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population393
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,625
Per Capita$34,349
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$2,432M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$403,563
Housing Units371
Rent Burden43.7%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property846/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary470/100K

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking13.5%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,635 ft (498 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute25 min
Broadband85.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Three Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Three Lakes receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Three Lakes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Three Lakes is $53,625, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Three Lakes is $183,700, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Three Lakes is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 846 per 100,000, 57% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.8% 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

Three Lakes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.1 inches, including 76.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Three Lakes has a population of 393 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

393
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.4%
Female 62.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Three Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Three Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Three Lakes is $53,625, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Three Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,625
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,349
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$76,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,496
County GDP$2,432M

Business (County)

Restaurants197
Healthcare158
Retail221
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Three Lakes is $183,700, 35% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $403,563.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,700
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$403,563

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden43.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%
Housing Units371
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate3.00%
In Three Lakes, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Three Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.9%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits69.4%
Premature Death6,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities158
Three Lakes has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 846 per 100,000 (57% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Three Lakes vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property845.9/100K
57% below US avg
Burglary469.9/100K
Theft375.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Three Lakes has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.1 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall76.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,635 ft (498 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates45.8045°N, 89.1691°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 41.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.6-point margin. 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.2%
D 40.6%

Winner: Republican by 17.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.8%
24% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities158
Restaurants197
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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