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Waldo, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Waldo is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 407. Residents earn $69,583 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
407 Population 420/sq mi density
$69,583 Median Income $37,216 per capita
$196,600 Home Value $297,171 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$69,583 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,600 home value, $950/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,583
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,600
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population407
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density420/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,583
Per Capita$37,216
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$9,431M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,600
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$297,171
Housing Units179
Rent Burden25.6%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking14.7%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation815 ft (248 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+0.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute20 min
Broadband94.3%
Libraries8

Is Waldo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waldo receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Waldo stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waldo is $69,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waldo is $196,600, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Waldo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 19°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 34.6 inches, including 48.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Waldo has a population of 407 with a density of 420 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

407
Total Population
420
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Waldo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waldo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waldo is $69,583, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Waldo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,583
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,216
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$74,285

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,046
County GDP$9,431M

Business (County)

Restaurants288
Healthcare339
Retail366
Manufacturing201

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,138
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Waldo is $196,600, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,171.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,600
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$297,171

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.8%
Housing Units179
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,138
75% above US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Waldo, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits68.6%
Premature Death6,926/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access85.6%
Healthcare Facilities339
Waldo has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.6 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall48.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation815 ft (248 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density420/sq mi
Coordinates43.6770°N, 87.9479°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55117
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 94.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.1%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.7%
27% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+0.3%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density420/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.3%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities339
Restaurants288
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

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