Tomahawk, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Lincoln County County
Tomahawk, WI
At a Glance
How Tomahawk Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Tomahawk's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Tomahawk a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Tomahawk residents earn a median household income of $60,905 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,497. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 792 business establishments, including 98 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Tomahawk is $168,200 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $291,182. Median rent is $554/month, with 27.6% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Tomahawk reports 89 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 624/100K.
Education
17.8% of adults in Tomahawk hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 89.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Tomahawk has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.5 inches.