Turtle Lake, WI

Wisconsin

Turtle Lake is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 307. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
307 Population 107/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $50,081 per capita
$316,700 Home Value $299,018 Zillow
$878 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$316,700 home value, $878/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $316,700
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.6%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $878
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population307
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density107/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$50,081
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$2,185M
Commute39 min

Housing

A
Home Value$316,700
Rent$878
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$299,018
Housing Units506
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking16.4%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.6%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute39 min
Broadband70.8%
Libraries10

Is Turtle Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Turtle Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Turtle Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Turtle Lake is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Turtle Lake is $316,700, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Turtle Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Turtle Lake has a population of 307 with a density of 107 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%).

Population

307
Total Population
107
People / sq mi
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59%
Female 41%

Race & Ethnicity

Turtle Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Turtle Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Turtle Lake is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Turtle Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,081
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$72,536

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,311
County GDP$2,185M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare106
Retail164
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.7 min
Drive Alone69.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Turtle Lake is $316,700, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $878 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $299,018.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$316,700
12% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$299,018

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$878
25% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.4%
Housing Units506
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,702
63% above US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Turtle Lake, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Turtle Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits70.5%
Premature Death7,642/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access65.3%
Healthcare Facilities106
Turtle Lake has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,234 ft (376 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates45.3906°N, 92.1498°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 70.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.6%
12% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density107/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.8%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants136
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.7 min
Drive Alone69.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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