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Woodford, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Woodford is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 83.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
83 Population 346/sq mi density
$87,400 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $87,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population83
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density346/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans78.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,523
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$2,497M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home Value$87,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units56
Rent Burden22.3%

Health

Obesity32.7%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking12.7%
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation808 ft (246 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute19 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries5

Is Woodford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodford receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Woodford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodford is $87,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodford 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.

Woodford has a population of 83 with a density of 346 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

83
Total Population
346
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71.1%
Female 28.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.8%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.2%
51% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodford is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Woodford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,523
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$74,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% 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 Rate7.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone98.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodford is $87,400, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,400
69% 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-Occupied89.4%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Effective Rate7.40%
In Woodford, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.9%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep27.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.8%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,370
Dentists1:1,938
Mental Health1:660
Checkup Rate61.6%
Dental Visits50.1%
Premature Death5,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities81
Woodford 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

Elevation808 ft (246 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density346/sq mi
Coordinates42.6473°N, 89.8572°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.3-point margin. 47.0% 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+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density346/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants102
Retail Stores143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone98.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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