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Wonewoc, WI

Wisconsin

Wonewoc is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 691. Residents earn $75,069 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
691 Population 617/sq mi density
$75,069 Median Income $32,312 per capita
$114,100 Home Value
$794 Median Rent 32.2% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$75,069 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,100 home value, $794/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,069
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,100
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $794
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population691
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density617/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,069
Per Capita$32,312
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$1,233M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,100
Rent$794
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units322
Rent Burden32.2%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking19.3%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation916 ft (279 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+87.8%
Graduate+11.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute28 min
Broadband78.1%
Libraries5

Is Wonewoc a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wonewoc receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wonewoc offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wonewoc is $75,069, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wonewoc is $114,100, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $794 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wonewoc experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 38.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wonewoc has a population of 691 with a density of 617 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.1%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

691
Total Population
617
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wonewoc vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wonewoc vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wonewoc is $75,069, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Wonewoc vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,069
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,312
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$59,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)736
County GDP$1,233M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare49
Retail81
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Wonewoc is $114,100, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $794 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,100
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$794
32% below US avg
Rent Burden32.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.6%
Housing Units322
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Effective Rate4.44%
In Wonewoc, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,340
Dentists1:2,687
Mental Health1:451
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits63.9%
Premature Death8,839/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access52.2%
Healthcare Facilities49
Wonewoc has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall38.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation916 ft (279 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density617/sq mi
Coordinates43.6535°N, 90.2242°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.2-point margin. 78.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 32.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+87.8%
Graduate Degree+11.4%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density617/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants83
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home1.6%

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