Wausau, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Marathon County County
Wausau, WI
At a Glance
How Wausau Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wausau's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wausau a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wausau residents earn a median household income of $61,877 , which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,290. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,960 business establishments, including 329 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wausau is $155,900 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $250,229. Median rent is $950/month, with 27.8% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Wausau reports 305 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 20% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,031/100K. The murder rate is 2.5/100K.
Education
30.0% of adults in Wausau hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below the national average). 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wausau has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.