Waupun, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Dodge County County
Waupun, WI
At a Glance
How Waupun Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waupun's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waupun a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waupun residents earn a median household income of $66,931 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,756. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,002 business establishments, including 166 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waupun is $167,700 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $270,773. Median rent is $830/month, with 20.5% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Waupun reports 285 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 25% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 386/100K.
Education
14.7% of adults in Waupun hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waupun 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 28.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.