Wisconsin
Waupaca is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 6,314. Residents earn $52,586 per year, which is 30% below the national average.
Based on current data, Waupaca receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Waupaca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Waupaca is $52,586, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Waupaca is $177,600, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $748 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
The violent crime rate of 415 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,286 per 100,000, 119% above the national average.
24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Waupaca has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 49.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $52,586 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,123 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $841 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,360 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 571 |
| County GDP | $919M |
| Restaurants | 67 |
| Healthcare | 40 |
| Retail | 66 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,229 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.94% |
| Commute Time | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |
| Census Median | $177,600 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $310,898 |
| Census Median Rent | $748 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 24.0% |
| Studio | $764 |
| 1 Bedroom | $779 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $973 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,283 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,288 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,229 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.94% |
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.4% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,261/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 30.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Total Violent | 415.3/100K |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 33.2/100K |
| Assault | 382.1/100K |
| Total Property | 4,285.7/100K |
| 119% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 431.9/100K |
| Theft | 3,704.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 149.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 44.8°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 33.8 inches |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 49.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 842 ft (257 m) |
| Area | 7.9 sq mi (20.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 797/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.3500°N, 89.0700°W |
| County FIPS | 55137 |
Winner: Republican by 35.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.8% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 797/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Restaurants | 67 |
| Retail Stores | 66 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 27.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.1% |