Walworth, WI

Wisconsin

Walworth is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,786. Residents earn $64,125 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,786 Population 1,620/sq mi density
$64,125 Median Income $29,695 per capita
$254,400 Home Value $391,861 Zillow
$965 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
71 Violent Crime/100K 354 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$64,125 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$254,400 home value, $965/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
71 violent crimes/100K (81% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,125
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $254,400
10% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 71/100K
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $965
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,786
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density1,620/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,125
Per Capita$29,695
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$254,400
Rent$965
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$391,861

Crime

F
Violent71/100K
Property354/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault35/100K
Burglary35/100K

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Elevation1,002 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+87.4%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Libraries11

Is Walworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walworth receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Walworth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walworth is $64,125, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walworth is $254,400, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $965 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Walworth is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 71 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 354 per 100,000, 82% below the national average.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Walworth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Walworth has a population of 2,786 with a density of 1,620 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

2,786
Total Population
1,620
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Walworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.5%
1% above US avg
Spanish20.5%
53% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Walworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walworth is $64,125, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Walworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,125
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,695
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$89,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,401
County GDP$6,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare234
Retail366
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Walworth is $254,400, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $965 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,861.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$254,400
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$391,861
Median List Price$437,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$437,000
$/Sq Ft$180
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops38.5%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$965
17% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$831
1 Bedroom$919
2 Bedrooms$1,206
3 Bedrooms$1,517
4 Bedrooms$1,956

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Walworth, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities234
Walworth has a violent crime rate of 71 per 100,000 residents, 81% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 354 per 100,000 (82% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Walworth vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent70.8/100K
81% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape35.4/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault35.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property354.1/100K
82% below US avg
Burglary35.4/100K
Theft283.3/100K
Vehicle Theft35.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Walworth has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
3% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood
Good Days %82.0%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation1,002 ft (305 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density1,620/sq mi
Coordinates42.5305°N, 88.5939°W
County FIPS55127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score5.80
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,620/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants337
Retail Stores366

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home3.5%

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