Wisconsin
Winter is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 328. Residents earn $41,848 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Winter receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Winter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Winter is $41,848, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Winter is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Winter has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 67.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $41,848 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,749 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $931 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,423 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.5% |
| 73% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 701 |
| County GDP | $966M |
| Restaurants | 110 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 99 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,486 |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.45% |
| Commute Time | 28.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.1% |
| Public Transit | 2.5% |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |
| Census Median | $85,000 |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $228,222 |
| Census Median Rent | $821 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.8% |
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,486 |
| 57% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.45% |
| Obesity | 33.9% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.8% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.2% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,331/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
| Annual Average | 41.4°F |
| 23% below US avg | |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.3 inches |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 67.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,365 ft (416 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 415/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 45.8221°N, 91.0130°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 55113 |
Winner: Republican by 16.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.4% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 415/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 82.9% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
| Restaurants | 110 |
| Retail Stores | 99 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 28.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.1% |
| Public Transit | 2.5% |
| Work from Home | 2.5% |