Tomah, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Monroe County County
Tomah, WI
At a Glance
How Tomah Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tomah's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tomah a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tomah residents earn a median household income of $51,185 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,073. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,335 business establishments, including 124 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tomah is $162,900 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $261,406. Median rent is $927/month, with 26.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Tomah reports 351 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 8% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,700/100K.
Education
23.2% of adults in Tomah hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below the national average). 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tomah has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 23.