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Wyocena, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Wyocena is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 684. Residents earn $75,469 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
684 Population 478/sq mi density
$75,469 Median Income $35,543 per capita
$227,200 Home Value
$692 Median Rent 26.6% 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
4.4 / 5.0
$75,469 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$227,200 home value, $692/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,469
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $227,200
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $692
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population684
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density478/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,469
Per Capita$35,543
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$4,274M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$227,200
Rent$692
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units294
Rent Burden26.6%

Health

Obesity33.5%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking15.3%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation811 ft (247 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute29 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries10

Is Wyocena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wyocena 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, a low poverty rate. Wyocena offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wyocena is $75,469, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wyocena is $227,200, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Wyocena experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°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 35.5 inches, including 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wyocena has a population of 684 with a density of 478 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

684
Total Population
478
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Wyocena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wyocena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wyocena is $75,469, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Wyocena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,469
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,543
Avg Weekly Wage$1,013
IRS Avg AGI$79,589

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,775
County GDP$4,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants194
Healthcare142
Retail194
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,988
71% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wyocena is $227,200, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$227,200
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$692
40% below US avg
Rent Burden26.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.7%
Housing Units294
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,988
71% above US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
In Wyocena, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,543
Dentists1:2,771
Mental Health1:700
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death6,231/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access68.9%
Healthcare Facilities142
Wyocena has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall42.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation811 ft (247 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density478/sq mi
Coordinates43.4932°N, 89.3018°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55021
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.6-point margin. 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 47%

Winner: Republican by 4.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density478/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants194
Retail Stores194

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

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