Wabeno, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Forest County County
Wabeno, WI
At a Glance
How Wabeno Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wabeno's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wabeno a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wabeno residents earn a median household income of $34,375 , which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,083. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 301 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wabeno is $85,800 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $234,512. Median rent is $475/month, with 17.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Education
5.2% of adults in Wabeno hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below the national average). 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wabeno has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.