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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,185 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,073 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,035 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,112 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,335 |
| County GDP | $3,006M |
| Restaurants | 124 |
| Healthcare | 92 |
| Retail | 135 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,984 |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.06% |
| Commute Time | 16.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
| Census Median | $162,900 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $249,270 |
| Census Median Rent | $927 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,017 |
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
| Owner-Occupied | 54.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,984 |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.06% |
| Obesity | 44.8% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.0% |
| Depression | 26.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 7,458/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 92 |
| Total Violent | 256.0/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 32.0/100K |
| Assault | 224.0/100K |
| Total Property | 2,666.4/100K |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 298.6/100K |
| Theft | 2,335.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 32.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 44.6°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 15°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 35.6 inches |
| 6% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 955 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,208/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.9880°N, 90.5014°W |
| County FIPS | 55081 |
Winner: Republican by 26.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.2% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,208/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 92 |
| Restaurants | 124 |
| Retail Stores | 135 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 16.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |