Weston, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Weston is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 15,784. Residents earn $75,565 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
15,784 Population 729/sq mi density
$75,565 Median Income $40,544 per capita
$215,900 Home Value $293,310 Zillow
$975 Median Rent 25.2% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,565 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$215,900 home value, $975/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,565
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $215,900
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $975
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population15,784
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density729/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,565
Per Capita$40,544
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$11,882M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$215,900
Rent$975
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$293,310
Rent Burden25.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation1,237 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute17 min
Broadband93.3%
Libraries9

Is Weston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weston receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Weston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weston is $75,565, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weston is $215,900, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $975 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Weston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 64.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Weston has a population of 15,784 with a density of 729 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

15,784
Total Population
729
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
21.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Weston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Weston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weston is $75,565, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Weston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,565
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,544
Avg Weekly Wage$1,115
IRS Avg AGI$80,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,960
County GDP$11,882M

Business (County)

Restaurants329
Healthcare424
Retail428
Manufacturing239

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.1 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Weston is $215,900, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $975 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,310.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$215,900
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$293,310
Median List Price$397,122

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$397,122
$/Sq Ft$182
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory45

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$975
16% below US avg
Rent Burden25.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Weston, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death6,974/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities424

Crime Rates: Weston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Weston 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 is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall64.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,237 ft (377 m)
Area21.7 sq mi (56.1 km²)
Population Density729/sq mi
Coordinates44.8912°N, 89.5497°W
County FIPS55073
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.7-point margin. 93.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density729/sq mi
Total Area21.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.3%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities424
Restaurants329
Retail Stores428

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.1 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

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