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Living in Jefferson, WI

Jefferson is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of slightly more than 8,000. The town's population, at an average age of just under 40, is fairly typical compared to other municipalities in Wisconsin, which has an average age of 38. Renters tend to be in the minority in the town, and 61% of residents own their homes. Renters in the town benefit from a relatively low average rent of $779/month, which is $94/month less than the state average.

Jefferson residents have an average commute of about 24 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the most common means of commuting to work, selected by 45% of workers, while public transportation isn't used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

Jefferson has a large percentage of residents older than 25 who have earned an Associate's degree (8%) compared to the national average (5%). Further, 12% have earned a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree. Many Jefferson residents work in one of three industries: manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. Together, these industries account for 28% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many workers in these industries are in transportation, as 9% of the town's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any profession. Jefferson workers earn an average annual income of about $63K, a little less than the average Wisconsin resident. The town's average income also falls below the national average of $73,345.

Affordability

How expensive is it in Jefferson?

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Sep '23-$880$1020-
Aug '23-$880$1020-
Jul '23-$880$1020-
Jun '23-$880$1020-
May '23-$880$1020-
Apr '23-$880$1020-
Mar '23-$880$1020-
Feb '23-$880$1020-
Jan '23-$880$1020-
Dec '22-$880$1020-
Nov '22-$880$1020-
Oct '22-$880$1020-
Sep '22-$880$1020-

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Jefferson

Jefferson Transportation

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 3030

Walk Score®

Percentage: 4141

Bike Score®

Jefferson Education

Schools

Top Schools in Jefferson

5/10

East Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

6/10

West Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

6/10

Rockwell Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

6/10

Barrie Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

NRNo Rating

4k

Public

4/10

Purdy Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Jefferson, WI

Jefferson is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of slightly more than 8,000. The town's population, at an average age of just under 40, is fairly typical compared to other municipalities in Wisconsin, which has an average age of 38. Renters tend to be in the minority in the town, and 61% of residents own their homes. Renters in the town benefit from a relatively low average rent of $779/month, which is $94/month less than the state average.

Jefferson residents have an average commute of about 24 minutes. Driving a car or truck is the most common means of commuting to work, selected by 45% of workers, while public transportation isn't used. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

Jefferson has a large percentage of residents older than 25 who have earned an Associate's degree (8%) compared to the national average (5%). Further, 12% have earned a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, or Doctoral degree. Many Jefferson residents work in one of three industries: manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. Together, these industries account for 28% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many workers in these industries are in transportation, as 9% of the town's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any profession. Jefferson workers earn an average annual income of about $63K, a little less than the average Wisconsin resident. The town's average income also falls below the national average of $73,345.