Tomah, WI

Wisconsin

Tomah is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 9,505. Residents earn $51,185 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
9,505 Population 1,208/sq mi density
$51,185 Median Income $33,073 per capita
$162,900 Home Value $249,270 Zillow
$927 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
256 Violent Crime/100K 2,666 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,185 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$162,900 home value, $927/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
256 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,185
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,900
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 256/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $927
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population9,505
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density1,208/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,185
Per Capita$33,073
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$3,006M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,900
Rent$927
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,270

Crime

F
Violent256/100K
Property2,666/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault224/100K
Burglary299/100K

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation955 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute17 min
EV Stations4
Libraries6

Is Tomah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tomah receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tomah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tomah is $51,185, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tomah is $162,900, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $927 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Tomah is below the national average at 256 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,666 per 100,000, 36% above the national average.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Tomah has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Tomah has a population of 9,505 with a density of 1,208 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

9,505
Total Population
1,208
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tomah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tomah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tomah is $51,185, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Tomah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,185
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,073
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$65,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,335
County GDP$3,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare92
Retail135
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,984
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Tomah is $162,900, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $927 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,270.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,900
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,270

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$927
20% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,017

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,984
42% above US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Tomah, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,458/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities92
Tomah has a violent crime rate of 256 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,666 per 100,000 (36% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent256.0/100K
33% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery32.0/100K
Assault224.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,666.4/100K
36% above US avg
Burglary298.6/100K
Theft2,335.8/100K
Vehicle Theft32.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Tomah has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation955 ft (291 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²)
Population Density1,208/sq mi
Coordinates43.9880°N, 90.5014°W
County FIPS55081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 36.3%

Winner: Republican by 26.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,208/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities92
Restaurants124
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Work from Home3.8%

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