Winter, WI

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.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
328 Population 415/sq mi density
$41,848 Median Income $26,749 per capita
$85,000 Home Value $228,222 Zillow
$821 Median Rent 25.8% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$41,848 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $821/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,848
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $821
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.5%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population328
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density415/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,848
Per Capita$26,749
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty21.5%
County GDP$966M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$821
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,222
Rent Burden25.8%

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation1,365 ft (416 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute29 min
Broadband82.9%
Libraries3

Is Winter a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Winter has a population of 328 with a density of 415 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.5%), with 7.6% Hispanic.

Population

328
Total Population
415
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Winter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winter is $41,848, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Winter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,848
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,749
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$69,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.5%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)701
County GDP$966M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare53
Retail99
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,486
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Winter is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,222.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$228,222

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% below US avg
Rent Burden25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,486
57% above US avg
Effective Rate6.45%
In Winter, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death11,331/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access66.8%
Healthcare Facilities53
Winter has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall67.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,365 ft (416 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density415/sq mi
Coordinates45.8221°N, 91.0130°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.4-point margin. 82.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.7%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density415/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants110
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home2.5%

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