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Wilson, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Wilson is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 195. Residents earn $80,469 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
195 Population 114/sq mi density
$80,469 Median Income $36,138 per capita
$192,400 Home Value $392,629 Zillow
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$80,469 median income, 7.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,400 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,469
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $192,400
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.9%
119% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population195
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density114/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$80,469
Per Capita$36,138
Unemployment7.9%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$1,545M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$392,629
Housing Units90
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.4%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,136 ft (346 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute29 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries5

Is Wilson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilson receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Wilson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilson is $80,469, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilson is $192,400, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilson has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wilson has a population of 195 with a density of 114 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

195
Total Population
114
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilson is $80,469, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Wilson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,469
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,138
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$86,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.9%
119% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare78
Retail97
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilson is $192,400, 32% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $392,629.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,400
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$392,629

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.0%
Housing Units90
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Wilson, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,662
Dentists1:2,363
Mental Health1:1,229
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits69.2%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78
Wilson has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall43.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,136 ft (346 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates44.9586°N, 92.1705°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density114/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

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