Wild Rose, WI

Wisconsin

Wild Rose is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 942. Residents earn $46,491 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
942 Population 650/sq mi density
$46,491 Median Income $28,678 per capita
$110,800 Home Value $297,340 Zillow
$837 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$46,491 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,800 home value, $837/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,491
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,800
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $837
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population942
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density650/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,491
Per Capita$28,678
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$919M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,800
Rent$837
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$297,340
Rent Burden25.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Elevation947 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+81.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.5%
Libraries8

Is Wild Rose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wild Rose receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wild Rose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wild Rose is $46,491, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wild Rose is $110,800, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $837 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wild Rose 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.

Wild Rose has a population of 942 with a density of 650 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%).

Population

942
Total Population
650
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Wild Rose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wild Rose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wild Rose is $46,491, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Wild Rose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,491
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,678
Avg Weekly Wage$841
IRS Avg AGI$61,360

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)571
County GDP$919M

Business (County)

Restaurants67
Healthcare40
Retail66
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,229
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Wild Rose is $110,800, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $837 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,340.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,800
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$297,340

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$837
28% below US avg
Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied45.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,229
49% above US avg
Effective Rate4.72%
In Wild Rose, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wild Rose vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death8,261/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access30.9%
Healthcare Facilities40

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Wild Rose has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall49.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation947 ft (289 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density650/sq mi
Coordinates44.1783°N, 89.2445°W
County FIPS55137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 88.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density650/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities40
Restaurants67
Retail Stores66

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

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