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Wausaukee, WI

Wisconsin

Wausaukee is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 633. Residents earn $44,554 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
633 Population 459/sq mi density
$44,554 Median Income $21,053 per capita
$92,300 Home Value $221,112 Zillow
$573 Median Rent 22.4% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$44,554 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,300 home value, $573/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,554
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $573
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.5%
65% higher than US avg

How Wausaukee Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population633
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density459/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,554
Per Capita$21,053
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$2,381M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,300
Rent$573
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,112
Housing Units281
Rent Burden22.4%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking17.1%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation729 ft (222 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+92.5%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute17 min
Broadband75.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Wausaukee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wausaukee receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Wausaukee offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wausaukee is $44,554, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wausaukee is $92,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $573 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wausaukee has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wausaukee has a population of 633 with a density of 459 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%), with 8.2% Hispanic.

Population

633
Total Population
459
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Wausaukee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wausaukee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wausaukee is $44,554, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Wausaukee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,554
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,053
Avg Weekly Wage$1,006
IRS Avg AGI$60,627

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.5%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,257
County GDP$2,381M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare133
Retail170
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Drive Alone60.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Wausaukee is $92,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $573 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,112.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,300
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,112

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$573
51% below US avg
Rent Burden22.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied49.0%
Housing Units281
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,280
22% above US avg
Effective Rate4.64%
In Wausaukee, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wausaukee vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits64.1%
Premature Death8,697/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access60.0%
Healthcare Facilities133
Wausaukee has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation729 ft (222 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density459/sq mi
Coordinates45.3782°N, 87.9548°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38-point margin. 75.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+92.5%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density459/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants133
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Drive Alone60.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Nearby Cities

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