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Yuba, WI

Wisconsin

Yuba is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 54. Residents earn $29,188 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
54 Population 180/sq mi density
$29,188 Median Income $28,544 per capita
$311,100 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$29,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$311,100 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,188
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $311,100
10% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population54
Median Age66.5 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female28% / 72%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans41.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,188
Per Capita$28,544
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$1,004M
Commute35 min

Housing

F
Home Value$311,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units38
Rent Burden23.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation857 ft (261 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+51.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute35 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries3

Is Yuba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yuba receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Yuba faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Yuba is $29,188, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Yuba is $311,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Yuba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Yuba has a population of 54 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 66.5 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

54
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
66.5yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.8%
Female 72.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Yuba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only45.0%
43% below US avg
Spanish55.0%
310% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Yuba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yuba is $29,188, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Yuba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,188
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,544
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$62,197

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg
Establishments (County)542
County GDP$1,004M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare52
Retail57
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone22.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home77.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Yuba is $311,100, 10% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$311,100
10% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.0%
Housing Units38
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,543
58% above US avg
Effective Rate1.78%
Yuba has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation857 ft (261 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates43.5365°N, 90.4268°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.1-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56%
D 42.8%

Winner: Republican by 13.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+51.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants35
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone22.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home77.4%

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