Wisconsin Rapids, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Portage County County
Wisconsin Rapids, WI
At a Glance
How Wisconsin Rapids Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wisconsin Rapids's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wisconsin Rapids a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wisconsin Rapids residents earn a median household income of $54,116 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,656. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2% (100% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,939 business establishments, including 217 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wisconsin Rapids is $116,600 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $229,961. Median rent is $872/month, with 27.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
Wisconsin Rapids reports 538 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,898/100K.
Education
16.9% of adults in Wisconsin Rapids hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wisconsin Rapids has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.3 inches.