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Webster, WI

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Webster is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 630. Residents earn $36,750 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
630 Population 360/sq mi density
$36,750 Median Income $21,458 per capita
$110,900 Home Value $294,136 Zillow
$640 Median Rent 31.4% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$36,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,900 home value, $640/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,750
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population630
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density360/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,750
Per Capita$21,458
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$751M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,900
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,136
Housing Units365
Rent Burden31.4%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking17.6%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation983 ft (300 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+83.1%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Broadband81.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Webster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Webster receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Webster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Webster is $36,750, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Webster is $110,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Webster has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches, including 61.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Webster has a population of 630 with a density of 360 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 7.8% Hispanic, 3.5% Black.

Population

630
Total Population
360
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.4%
Female 60.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Webster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Webster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Webster is $36,750, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Webster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,750
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,458
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$66,474

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)469
County GDP$751M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare33
Retail64
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,647
33% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone63.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Webster is $110,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,136.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,136

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% below US avg
Rent Burden31.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied42.3%
Housing Units365
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,647
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.19%
In Webster, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep32.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,581
Dentists1:2,839
Mental Health1:900
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits65.9%
Premature Death8,122/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access64.8%
Healthcare Facilities33
Webster has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.9 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall61.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation983 ft (300 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density360/sq mi
Coordinates45.8798°N, 92.3628°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55013
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 81.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.9%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+83.1%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density360/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants69
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone63.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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