Median Income
$49,005
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$99,800
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$992
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
44.5%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.2%
18% lower than US avg
How Wolf Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,802
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density1,357/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
C+
Median Income$49,005
Per Capita$21,875
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$21,044M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$99,800
Rent$992
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$206,473
Health
Obesity44.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.6%
Heart Disease6.4%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Elevation669 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Libraries10
Is Wolf Lake a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wolf Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wolf Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wolf Lake is $49,005, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wolf Lake is $99,800, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $992 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
6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Wolf Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches, including 87.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Wolf Lake has a population of 4,802 with a density of 1,357 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.1%), with 1.8% Black.
Population
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Wolf Lake vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Wolf Lake vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Wolf Lake is $49,005, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Wolf Lake vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,005 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $21,875 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,150 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $89,969 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.4% |
| 106% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% |
| 18% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 6,888 |
| County GDP | $21,044M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 465 |
| Healthcare | 621 |
| Retail | 779 |
| Manufacturing | 606 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,878 |
| 97% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.89% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.0% |
The median home value in Wolf Lake is $99,800, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $992 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $206,473.
Home Values
| Census Median | $99,800 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $206,473 |
| Median List Price | $365,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $365,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $208 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.2% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 6 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $992 |
| 15% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,878 |
| 97% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.89% |
In Wolf Lake, 44.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.6% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wolf Lake vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 44.5% |
| 39% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.4% |
| Asthma | 12.5% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.7% |
| Depression | 30.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 5,206/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 621 |
Crime Rates: Wolf Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 21 |
Safety Score
Wolf Lake has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
27°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.1 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 87.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 669 ft (204 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,357/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2444°N, 86.1123°W |
| County FIPS | 26139 |