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Townsend, WI

Wisconsin · Forest County

Townsend is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 93. Residents earn $76,563 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
93 Population 190/sq mi density
$76,563 Median Income $29,102 per capita
$207,100 Home Value $323,159 Zillow
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$76,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$207,100 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,563
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $207,100
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population93
Median Age55.7 yrs
Density190/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,563
Per Capita$29,102
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$430M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$323,159
Housing Units168
Rent Burden20.3%

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.2%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,347 ft (411 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+86.7%
Graduate+12.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute11 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries3

Is Townsend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Townsend receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Townsend offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Townsend is $76,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Townsend is $207,100, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Townsend has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 61.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Townsend has a population of 93 with a density of 190 people per square mile. The median age is 55.7 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

93
Total Population
190
People / sq mi
55.7yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.3%
Female 38.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Townsend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Townsend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Townsend is $76,563, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Townsend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,563
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,102
Avg Weekly Wage$876
IRS Avg AGI$66,011

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)301
County GDP$430M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare18
Retail30
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,967
13% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.8 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Townsend is $207,100, 27% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $323,159.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,100
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$323,159

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden20.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units168
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,967
13% above US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Townsend, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Dentists1:2,345
Mental Health1:583
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits60.5%
Premature Death11,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access82.0%
Healthcare Facilities18
Townsend has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall61.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,347 ft (411 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density190/sq mi
Coordinates45.3240°N, 88.5904°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyForest County County
County FIPS55041
Townsend is located in Forest County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.4-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 33.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+86.7%
Graduate Degree+12.0%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density190/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyForest County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants30
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.8 min
Drive Alone72.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.3%

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