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Union Center, WI

Wisconsin

Union Center is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 241. Residents earn $62,250 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
241 Population 294/sq mi density
$62,250 Median Income $32,507 per capita
$126,600 Home Value
$813 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$62,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,600 home value, $813/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,250
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,600
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans1.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,250
Per Capita$32,507
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$1,233M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,600
Rent$813
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units98
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking19.8%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation940 ft (287 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute19 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries5

Is Union Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Union Center receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Union Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Union Center is $62,250, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Union Center is $126,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Union Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Union Center has a population of 241 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

241
Total Population
294
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Union Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Union Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Union Center is $62,250, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Union Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,250
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,507
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$59,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)736
County GDP$1,233M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare49
Retail81
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Union Center is $126,600, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,600
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% below US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.1%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Effective Rate4.00%
In Union Center, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 30.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Union Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity30.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,340
Dentists1:2,687
Mental Health1:451
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death8,839/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access52.2%
Healthcare Facilities49
Union Center has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall38.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation940 ft (287 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates43.6826°N, 90.2633°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.2-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 32.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density294/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants83
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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