Woodruff, WI

Wisconsin

Woodruff is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 550. Residents earn $68,798 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
550 Population 387/sq mi density
$68,798 Median Income $47,983 per capita
$253,000 Home Value $310,008 Zillow
$759 Median Rent 33.5% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
50 Violent Crime/100K 907 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,798 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$253,000 home value, $759/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
50 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,798
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $253,000
10% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 50/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Median Rent $759
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population550
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density387/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,798
Per Capita$47,983
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$2,432M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$253,000
Rent$759
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$310,008
Rent Burden33.5%

Crime

F
Violent50/100K
Property907/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary151/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Elevation1,615 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+97.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute10 min
Broadband74.5%
Libraries3

Is Woodruff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodruff receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Woodruff offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodruff is $68,798, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodruff is $253,000, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $759 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Woodruff is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 907 per 100,000, 54% below the national average.

Education

27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodruff has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 98.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Woodruff has a population of 550 with a density of 387 people per square mile. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

550
Total Population
387
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodruff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodruff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodruff is $68,798, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Woodruff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,798
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,983
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$76,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,496
County GDP$2,432M

Business (County)

Restaurants197
Healthcare158
Retail221
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.0 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodruff is $253,000, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $759 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $310,008.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$253,000
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$310,008

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$759
35% below US avg
Rent Burden33.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,510
57% above US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Woodruff, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death6,918/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities158
Woodruff has a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 907 per 100,000 (54% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Woodruff vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent50.4/100K
87% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery50.4/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property907.3/100K
54% below US avg
Burglary151.2/100K
Theft756.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Woodruff has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall98.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,615 ft (492 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density387/sq mi
Coordinates45.8944°N, 89.6912°W
County FIPS55085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17.6-point margin. 74.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.2%
D 40.6%

Winner: Republican by 17.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.6%
18% below US avg
High School+97.4%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density387/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities158
Restaurants197
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.0 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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