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Woodman, WI

Wisconsin

Woodman is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 222. Residents earn $79,167 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
222 Population 888/sq mi density
$79,167 Median Income $25,985 per capita
$145,000 Home Value
$875 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$79,167 median income, 40.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$145,000 home value, $875/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,167
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $145,000
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 40.9%
1036% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population222
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density888/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$79,167
Per Capita$25,985
Unemployment40.9%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$902M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,000
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units82
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity43.9%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking17.4%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation655 ft (200 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+92.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute22 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries3

Is Woodman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodman receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Woodman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodman is $79,167, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 40.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodman is $145,000, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches, including 36.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Woodman has a population of 222 with a density of 888 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

222
Total Population
888
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.6%
Female 37.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Woodman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodman is $79,167, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 40.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Woodman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,167
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$25,985
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$59,412

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment40.9%
1036% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$902M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare36
Retail75
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,995
71% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone95.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodman is $145,000, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,000
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.2%
Housing Units82
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,995
71% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Woodman, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,340
Dentists1:1,779
Mental Health1:839
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death6,916/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access54.0%
Healthcare Facilities36
Woodman has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.0°F
13% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall36.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation655 ft (200 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density888/sq mi
Coordinates43.0925°N, 90.7978°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.8-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.3%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+92.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density888/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants57
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone95.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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