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Wiota, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Wiota is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 69. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
69 Population 35/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $42,757 per capita
$207,100 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$207,100 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $207,100
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population69
Median Age59.9 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans63.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$42,757
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$2,497M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units36
Rent Burden22.3%

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking15.8%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute22 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries5

Is Wiota a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wiota receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Wiota stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wiota is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wiota is $207,100, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wiota experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 41.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wiota has a population of 69 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 59.9 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

69
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
59.9yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Wiota vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wiota vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wiota is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Wiota vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,757
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$74,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,156
County GDP$2,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare81
Retail143
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone44.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Wiota is $207,100, 27% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,100
27% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.5%
Housing Units36
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Wiota, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.5%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.1%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death5,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities81
Wiota has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall41.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,024 ft (312 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates42.6367°N, 89.9493°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.3-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 0.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density35/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants102
Retail Stores143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone44.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

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