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Wyeville, WI

Wisconsin · Jackson County

Wyeville is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 143. Residents earn $59,444 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
143 Population 251/sq mi density
$59,444 Median Income $35,119 per capita
$102,500 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$59,444 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,500 home value, $850/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,444
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,500
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population143
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density251/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans84.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,444
Per Capita$35,119
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$1,372M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,500
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units49
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity42.8%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking14.8%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation924 ft (282 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+82.8%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute16 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries2

Is Wyeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wyeville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wyeville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wyeville is $59,444, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wyeville is $102,500, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wyeville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 47.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wyeville has a population of 143 with a density of 251 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

143
Total Population
251
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wyeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wyeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wyeville is $59,444, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Wyeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,444
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,119
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$59,373

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$1,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare49
Retail56
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,761
65% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Wyeville is $102,500, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,500
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.1%
Housing Units49
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,761
65% above US avg
Effective Rate5.62%
In Wyeville, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,112
Dentists1:1,603
Mental Health1:579
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits67.2%
Premature Death9,145/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access39.6%
Healthcare Facilities49
Wyeville has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall47.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation924 ft (282 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density251/sq mi
Coordinates44.0279°N, 90.3861°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJackson County County
County FIPS55053
Wyeville is located in Jackson County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.5-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%
D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 19.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+82.8%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density251/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyJackson County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants61
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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