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Tigerton, WI

Wisconsin

Tigerton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 698. Residents earn $57,139 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
698 Population 384/sq mi density
$57,139 Median Income $30,184 per capita
$122,600 Home Value $140,560 Zillow
$879 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,139 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,600 home value, $879/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,139
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $879
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population698
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density384/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,139
Per Capita$30,184
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,600
Rent$879
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$140,560
Housing Units344
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking18.2%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute19 min
Broadband83.6%
Libraries5

Is Tigerton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tigerton is $57,139, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tigerton is $122,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $879 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

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Tigerton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°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 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tigerton has a population of 698 with a density of 384 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.1%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

698
Total Population
384
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.4%
Female 60.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tigerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tigerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tigerton is $57,139, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Tigerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,139
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,184
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$75,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$5,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare230
Retail206
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone62.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Tigerton is $122,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $879 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,560.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,600
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$140,560

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$879
24% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%
Housing Units344
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
In Tigerton, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits60.3%
Premature Death5,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities230
Tigerton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,027 ft (313 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density384/sq mi
Coordinates44.7416°N, 89.0459°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.2-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.6%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density384/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.6%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities230
Restaurants217
Retail Stores206

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone62.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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