Waterloo, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Jefferson County County
Waterloo, WI
At a Glance
How Waterloo Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waterloo's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waterloo a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waterloo residents earn a median household income of $78,103 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,379. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,344 business establishments, including 201 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waterloo is $219,100 , 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $323,279. Median rent is $974/month, with 19.4% 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.
Safety & Crime
Waterloo reports 27 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 93% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 466/100K.
Education
23.9% of adults in Waterloo hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below the national average). 90.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waterloo has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.