Wisconsin
Wautoma is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,882. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.
Based on current data, Wautoma receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wautoma has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Wautoma is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Wautoma is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 416 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,930 per 100,000, 100% above the national average.
18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Wautoma 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 | 75.8% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 24.2% |
| 81% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,250 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,580 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $841 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,360 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.8% |
| 44% above 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 | 4.80% |
| Commute Time | 19.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
| Census Median | $108,900 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $279,819 |
| Census Median Rent | $725 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,229 |
| 49% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.80% |
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.1% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,261/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 30.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 40 |
| Total Violent | 416.1/100K |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 416.1/100K |
| Total Property | 3,929.7/100K |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 184.9/100K |
| Theft | 3,744.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| 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 | 862 ft (263 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 672/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0674°N, 89.2911°W |
| County FIPS | 55137 |
Winner: Republican by 35.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.1% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 672/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 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 | 19.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |