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Unity, WI

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Unity is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 373. Residents earn $58,125 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
373 Population 377/sq mi density
$58,125 Median Income $29,133 per capita
$105,300 Home Value $211,807 Zillow
$823 Median Rent 22.2% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$58,125 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,300 home value, $823/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,125
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,300
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $823
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population373
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density377/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,125
Per Capita$29,133
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$1,919M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,300
Rent$823
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,807
Housing Units189
Rent Burden22.2%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking16.7%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain24.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,346 ft (410 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+83.9%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Broadband87.1%
Libraries10

Is Unity a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Unity receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Unity offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Unity is $58,125, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Unity is $105,300, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $823 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Unity has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Unity has a population of 373 with a density of 377 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.3%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

373
Total Population
377
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Unity vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.9%
26% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Unity vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Unity is $58,125, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Unity vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,125
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,133
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$67,108

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)956
County GDP$1,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare73
Retail109
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Unity is $105,300, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $823 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,807.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,300
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,807

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$823
29% below US avg
Rent Burden22.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%
Housing Units189
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,947
13% above US avg
Effective Rate3.75%
In Unity, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.4%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits59.6%
Premature Death7,843/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access34.9%
Healthcare Facilities73
Unity has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.9 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,346 ft (410 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density377/sq mi
Coordinates44.8511°N, 90.3131°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 87.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 29.4%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+83.9%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density377/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.1%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants78
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.6%

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