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Trego, WI

Wisconsin

Trego is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 130. Residents earn $58,333 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
130 Population 113/sq mi density
$58,333 Median Income $33,160 per capita
$134,400 Home Value $287,615 Zillow
$770 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
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
$58,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,400 home value, $770/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,333
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population130
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,333
Per Capita$33,160
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$800M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,400
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,615
Housing Units108
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.8%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Broadband76.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Trego a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trego 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, below-average incomes. Trego offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trego is $58,333, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trego is $134,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Trego has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 55.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Trego has a population of 130 with a density of 113 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 12.3% Hispanic.

Population

130
Total Population
113
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.3%
Female 37.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Trego vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Trego vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trego is $58,333, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Trego vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,333
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,160
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$68,050

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)611
County GDP$800M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare49
Retail74
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,359
53% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone62.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Trego is $134,400, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,615.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,400
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,615

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.8%
Housing Units108
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,359
53% above US avg
Effective Rate3.99%
In Trego, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.5%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death9,092/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access65.1%
Healthcare Facilities49
Trego has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall55.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates45.9058°N, 91.8311°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.3-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.6%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 28.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants73
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone62.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Nearby Cities

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