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Wilton, WI

Wisconsin

Wilton is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 535. Residents earn $80,750 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
535 Population 601/sq mi density
$80,750 Median Income $27,327 per capita
$156,300 Home Value $211,508 Zillow
$575 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$80,750 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,300 home value, $575/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,750
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.7%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population535
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density601/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,750
Per Capita$27,327
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$3,006M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,300
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,508
Housing Units206
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity45.7%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking20.4%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation999 ft (304 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute26 min
Broadband83.2%
Libraries6

Is Wilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilton 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 a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Wilton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilton is $80,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilton is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°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 35.0 inches, including 54.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wilton has a population of 535 with a density of 601 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

535
Total Population
601
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilton is $80,750, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Wilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,750
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,327
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$65,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,335
County GDP$3,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare92
Retail135
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,984
42% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilton is $156,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,508.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,300
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,508

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.8%
Housing Units206
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,984
42% above US avg
Effective Rate3.19%
In Wilton, 45.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.4% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 34.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.7%
42% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.4%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity34.7%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,593
Dentists1:1,537
Mental Health1:398
Checkup Rate73.6%
Dental Visits56.0%
Premature Death7,458/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities92
Wilton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.0 inches
8% below US avg
Snowfall54.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation999 ft (304 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density601/sq mi
Coordinates43.8133°N, 90.5269°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.1-point margin. 83.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 36.3%

Winner: Republican by 26.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density601/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities92
Restaurants124
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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