Median Income
$60,938
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$191,200
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,288
11% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.4%
24% higher than US avg
How Wanatah Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,248
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density891/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
B+
Median Income$60,938
Per Capita$35,284
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$5,780M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$191,200
Rent$1,288
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$269,618
Health
Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.7%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Elevation728 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+97.8%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute26 min
Libraries12
Is Wanatah a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wanatah receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Wanatah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wanatah is $60,938, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wanatah is $191,200, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,288 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Wanatah experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Wanatah has a population of 1,248 with a density of 891 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).
Population
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
The median household income in Wanatah is $60,938, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,938 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,284 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,019 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,719 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,494 |
| County GDP | $5,780M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 257 |
| Healthcare | 246 |
| Retail | 380 |
| Manufacturing | 157 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,493 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.35% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.6% |
The median home value in Wanatah is $191,200, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,288 (11% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,618.
Home Values
| Census Median | $191,200 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $269,618 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $138 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,288 |
| 11% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,493 |
| 28% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.35% |
In Wanatah, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wanatah vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.8% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.1% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.0% |
| Premature Death | 11,091/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 246 |
Crime Rates: Wanatah vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
Safety Score
Wanatah has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.5 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 33.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 728 ft (222 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 891/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4306°N, 86.8923°W |
| County FIPS | 18091 |