Fond du Lac

Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Overview

Fond du Lac faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (52.6/100) and ranking #17 of 20 cities in Wisconsin. Even so, the city scores 79/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 24/100.

Income & Employment in Fond du Lac

The median household income in Fond du Lac is $61,620, 15% below the statewide median of $72,458. The local unemployment rate of 3.6% is higher than the state’s 3%. Population grew 0.2% recently.

Safety in Fond du Lac

Fond du Lac reports 346.5 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 295 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1589.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Fond du Lac

Fond du Lac has a cost of living index of 92.8 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $161,300. Median monthly rent is $905. Renters spend 17.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Fond du Lac

The adult obesity rate in Fond du Lac is 44.5%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.1%. Residents report an average of 16.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Wisconsin ranks #25 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Fond du Lac

Fond du Lac’s high school graduation rate of 93% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $13,833. The city has 15 public schools serving 6,419 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Fond du Lac

The annual average temperature in Fond du Lac is 51.4°F. Summers average 71°F. Winters average 32.7°F. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The average commute of 17.4 minutes is notably short.

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