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Wauzeka, WI

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Wauzeka is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 655. Residents earn $65,469 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
655 Population 137/sq mi density
$65,469 Median Income $29,186 per capita
$109,600 Home Value $223,935 Zillow
$729 Median Rent 17.7% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$65,469 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,600 home value, $729/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,469
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population655
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density137/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,469
Per Capita$29,186
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$902M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,600
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,935
Housing Units301
Rent Burden17.7%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking17.5%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation731 ft (223 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute19 min
Broadband80.5%
Libraries3

Is Wauzeka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wauzeka receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wauzeka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wauzeka is $65,469, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wauzeka is $109,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wauzeka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches, including 36.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wauzeka has a population of 655 with a density of 137 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 6.3% Black.

Population

655
Total Population
137
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Wauzeka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wauzeka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wauzeka is $65,469, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Wauzeka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,469
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,186
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$59,412

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$902M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare36
Retail75
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,995
71% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Drive Alone61.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Wauzeka is $109,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,935.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,600
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,935

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% below US avg
Rent Burden17.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.2%
Housing Units301
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,995
71% above US avg
Effective Rate5.47%
In Wauzeka, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.4%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death6,916/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access54.0%
Healthcare Facilities36
Wauzeka has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall36.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation731 ft (223 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates43.0859°N, 90.8989°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 80.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density137/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants57
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Drive Alone61.9%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home6.4%

Nearby Cities

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