Median Income
$64,943
14% lower than US avg
Home Value
$236,200
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.6%
79% lower than US avg
How Waubeka Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population560
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans2.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$64,943
Per Capita$33,255
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$7,073M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$236,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.9 in/yr
Elevation822 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute21 min
Broadband81.6%
Libraries5
Is Waubeka a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Waubeka receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Waubeka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Waubeka is $64,943, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Waubeka is $236,200, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Waubeka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Waubeka has a population of 560 with a density of 229 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 5.4% Black.
Population
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.4% |
| 75% below US avg |
The median household income in Waubeka is $64,943, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $64,943 |
| 14% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,255 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,133 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $138,207 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.0% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,167 |
| County GDP | $7,073M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 233 |
| Healthcare | 389 |
| Retail | 307 |
| Manufacturing | 179 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,433 |
| 141% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.57% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.9% |
The median home value in Waubeka is $236,200, 16% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $236,200 |
| 16% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,433 |
| 141% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.57% |
In Waubeka, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Waubeka vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.3% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.4% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 4,855/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 389 |
Crime Rates: Waubeka vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Waubeka has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.0°F |
| 17% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.9 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 822 ft (251 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 229/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4702°N, 87.9935°W |
| County FIPS | 55089 |