Lake Wissota, WI

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Lake Wissota Overview

3,001
TOTAL POPULATION
1,740
MALE POPULATION
1,261
FEMALE POPULATION
137.99
MALES / 100 FEMALES
72.47
FEMALES / 100 MALES
52.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.5
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$67,221
PER CAPITA INCOME
$135,804
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$126,667
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
28.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
72.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,739
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
68.9%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Race in Lake Wissota

The most populous races in Lake Wissota are White / Caucasian (2,973 | 99.1%), Two or more Races (28 | 0.9%), and Hispanic or Latino (17 | 0.6%).
Race in Lake Wissota
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino170.6%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,97399.1%
Two or more Races280.9%
Some other Race00.0%
Total3,001100.0%

Ancestry in Lake Wissota

The most populous ancestries reported in Lake Wissota are German (1,266 | 42.2%), Irish (435 | 14.5%), American (253 | 8.4%), French (213 | 7.1%), and Polish (203 | 6.8%), together accounting for 79.0% of all Lake Wissota residents.
Ancestry in Lake Wissota
Ancestry# Population% Population
American2538.4%
Austrian120.4%
Chippewa70.2%
Czech361.2%
Danish291.0%
English1545.1%
European381.3%
French2137.1%
French Canadian280.9%
German1,26642.2%
Irish43514.5%
Mexican170.6%
Norwegian1575.2%
Polish2036.8%
Swedish291.0%
Swiss451.5%
Welsh331.1%
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Immigrants in Lake Wissota

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Lake Wissota came from , and Canada (19 | 0.6%), together accounting for 0.6% of all Lake Wissota residents.
Immigrants in Lake Wissota
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada190.6%
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Sex and Age in Lake Wissota

Sex and Age in Lake Wissota

The most populous age groups in Lake Wissota are 60 to 64 Years (304 | 17.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (241 | 19.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Lake Wissota
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years180 (10.3%)33 (2.6%)
5 to 9 Years48 (2.8%)43 (3.4%)
10 to 14 Years89 (5.1%)42 (3.3%)
15 to 19 Years106 (6.1%)36 (2.9%)
20 to 24 Years41 (2.4%)52 (4.1%)
25 to 29 Years32 (1.8%)89 (7.1%)
30 to 34 Years148 (8.5%)89 (7.1%)
35 to 39 Years68 (3.9%)103 (8.2%)
40 to 44 Years36 (2.1%)14 (1.1%)
45 to 49 Years85 (4.9%)104 (8.3%)
50 to 54 Years218 (12.5%)139 (11.0%)
55 to 59 Years17 (1.0%)96 (7.6%)
60 to 64 Years304 (17.5%)241 (19.1%)
65 to 69 Years197 (11.3%)65 (5.1%)
70 to 74 Years65 (3.7%)40 (3.2%)
75 to 79 Years60 (3.5%)56 (4.4%)
80 to 84 Years20 (1.1%)18 (1.4%)
85 Years and over26 (1.5%)1 (0.1%)
Total1,740 (100.0%)1,261 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Lake Wissota

Median Family Size in Lake Wissota

Median Family Size in Lake Wissota
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple871 (89.3%)2.42
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother104 (10.7%)3.13
Total Families975 (100.0%)2.49

Median Household Size in Lake Wissota

Median Household Size in Lake Wissota
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple871 (64.5%)2.42
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother104 (7.7%)3.34
Non-family375 (27.8%)1.43
Total Households1,350 (100.0%)2.22

Household Size by Marriage Status in Lake Wissota

Out of a total of 1,350 households in Lake Wissota, 975 (72.2%) are family households, while 375 (27.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 698, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 234.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Lake Wissota
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-234 (17.3%)
2-Person Households698 (51.7%)132 (9.8%)
3-Person Households51 (3.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households165 (12.2%)9 (0.7%)
5-Person Households61 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total975 (72.2%)375 (27.8%)

Female Fertility in Lake Wissota

Fertility by Age in Lake Wissota

Average fertility rate in Lake Wissota is 216.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 504.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Lake Wissota
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years116 (100.0%)504.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total116 (100.0%)216.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lake Wissota

81.9% of women with births (116) in Lake Wissota are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 18.1% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 18.1% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Lake Wissota
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years95 (81.9%)21 (18.1%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total95 (81.9%)21 (18.1%)

Fertility by Education in Lake Wissota

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Lake Wissota
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School21 (18.1%)438.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree74 (63.8%)339.0
Bachelor's Degree21 (18.1%)148.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total116 (100.0%)216.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lake Wissota

18.1% of women with births in Lake Wissota are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Lake Wissota
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total95 (81.9%)21 (18.1%)

Income in Lake Wissota

Income Overview in Lake Wissota

Per Capita Income in Lake Wissota is $67,221, while median incomes of families and households are $135,804 and $126,667 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,001$67,221
Median Family Income975$135,804
Mean Family Income975$171,733
Median Household Income1,350$126,667
Mean Household Income1,350$154,409
Income Deficit975$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,00127.95%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,00172.05¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,0010.41

Earnings by Sex in Lake Wissota

Average Earnings in Lake Wissota are $57,410, $69,083 for men and $49,773 for women, a difference of 28.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Lake Wissota
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,017 (56.6%)$69,083
Female780 (43.4%)$49,773
Total1,797 (100.0%)$57,410

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lake Wissota

The most common earnings brackets in Lake Wissota are $100,000+ for men (266 | 26.2%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (150 | 19.2%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Lake Wissota
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)39 (5.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)56 (7.2%)
$10,000 to $12,49945 (4.4%)30 (3.8%)
$12,500 to $14,99980 (7.9%)59 (7.6%)
$15,000 to $17,49925 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99918 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4996 (0.6%)39 (5.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99920 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99970 (6.9%)13 (1.7%)
$35,000 to $39,99911 (1.1%)41 (5.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99923 (2.3%)53 (6.8%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)61 (7.8%)
$50,000 to $54,99971 (7.0%)18 (2.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99982 (8.1%)150 (19.2%)
$65,000 to $74,999119 (11.7%)116 (14.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999181 (17.8%)105 (13.5%)
$100,000+266 (26.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,017 (100.0%)780 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lake Wissota

Average earnings in Lake Wissota are $75,078 for men and $55,469 for women, a difference of 26.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $247,726, while those with graduate degree education earn the least with $30,558. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $65,389, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $40,735.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Lake Wissota
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$51,806$40,735
College or Associate's Degree$72,159$56,047
Bachelor's Degree$247,726$65,389
Graduate Degree$30,558$0
Total$75,078$55,469

Family Income in Lake Wissota

Family Income Brackets in Lake Wissota

According to the Lake Wissota family income data, there are 292 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 29.9% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Lake Wissota
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999212.2%
$15,000 to $24,999202.1%
$25,000 to $34,999565.7%
$35,000 to $49,999545.5%
$50,000 to $74,99913714.1%
$75,000 to $99,99911712.0%
$100,000 to $149,99914514.9%
$150,000 to $199,99913313.6%
$200,000+29229.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lake Wissota

2-person families (698 | 71.6%) account for the highest median family income in Lake Wissota with $160,389 per family, while 2-person families (698 | 71.6%) have the highest median income of $80,194 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Lake Wissota
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families698 (71.6%)$160,389
3-Person Families51 (5.2%)$96,821
4-Person Families186 (19.1%)$0
5-Person Families40 (4.1%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total975 (100.0%)$135,804

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lake Wissota

Family Income by Number of Earners in Lake Wissota
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners274 (28.1%)$0
1 Earner159 (16.3%)$40,521
2 Earners465 (47.7%)$177,560
3+ Earners77 (7.9%)$180,452
Total975 (100.0%)$135,804

Household Income in Lake Wissota

Household Income Brackets in Lake Wissota

With 321 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Lake Wissota, accounting for 23.8% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Lake Wissota
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999574.2%
$25,000 to $34,999765.6%
$35,000 to $49,999654.8%
$50,000 to $74,99922116.4%
$75,000 to $99,99920014.8%
$100,000 to $149,99925619.0%
$150,000 to $199,99915411.4%
$200,000+32123.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Lake Wissota

The median household income in Lake Wissota is $126,667, with the highest median household income of $144,102 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 653 households (48.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 19 households (1.4%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Lake Wissota
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years19 (1.4%)$0
25 to 44 Years335 (24.8%)$95,229
45 to 64 Years653 (48.4%)$144,102
65+ Years343 (25.4%)$90,069
Total1,350 (100.0%)$126,667

Poverty in Lake Wissota

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lake Wissota

With 3.8% poverty level for males and 4.7% for females among the residents of Lake Wissota, 18 to 24 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 41 males (40.2%) and 20 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Lake Wissota
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)18 (54.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years20 (23.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years41 (40.2%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)21 (11.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total65 (3.8%)59 (4.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lake Wissota

According to the poverty statistics in Lake Wissota, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Lake Wissota
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years169 (100.0%)15 (45.5%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years67 (77.0%)85 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years38 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years61 (59.8%)68 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years180 (100.0%)157 (88.2%)
35 to 44 Years104 (100.0%)117 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years303 (100.0%)243 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years321 (100.0%)337 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years258 (98.5%)105 (100.0%)
75 Years and over106 (100.0%)75 (100.0%)
Total1,652 (96.2%)1,202 (95.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lake Wissota

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Lake Wissota
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children663 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children183 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total871 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lake Wissota

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Lake Wissota
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)21 (20.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lake Wissota

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Lake Wissota
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)21 (100.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)21 (20.2%)

Employment Characteristics in Lake Wissota

Employment by Class of Employer in Lake Wissota

Among the 1,629 employed individuals in Lake Wissota, private company employees (1,040 | 63.8%), self-employed (incorporated) (298 | 18.3%), and local government employees (120 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Lake Wissota
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,04063.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)29818.3%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)493.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations1016.2%
Local Government Employees1207.4%
State Government Employees211.3%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,629100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Lake Wissota

According to the labor force statistics for Lake Wissota, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,524), 68.9% or 1,739 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 110 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 16 to 19 years, with 100.0% or 100 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 60 to 64 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 36.8% or 109 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Lake Wissota
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years93 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years61 (50.4%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years237 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years215 (97.3%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years546 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years113 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years296 (54.3%)109 (36.8%)
65 to 74 Years77 (21.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,739 (68.9%)110 (6.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lake Wissota

According to labor force statistics for Lake Wissota, 82.3% of individuals (1,467) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,783) are in the labor force, with 7.4% or 109 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 28 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.7% or 96 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Lake Wissota
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma164 (53.6%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree576 (82.8%)116 (16.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher700 (93.0%)14 (1.9%)
Total1,467 (82.3%)132 (7.4%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Lake Wissota

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lake Wissota are Management (169 | 10.4%), Business & Financial (165 | 10.1%), Community & Social Service (146 | 9.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (90 | 5.5%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (65 | 4.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Lake Wissota

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Lake Wissota, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), and Legal Services & Support (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Technologists (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Lake Wissota
OccupationMaleFemale
Management148 (87.6%)21 (12.4%)
Business & Financial38 (23.0%)127 (77.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science77 (85.6%)13 (14.4%)
Computers & Mathematics17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science35 (72.9%)13 (27.1%)
Community & Social Service 39 (26.7%)107 (73.3%)
Education, Arts & Media14 (29.8%)33 (70.2%)
Legal Services & Support25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating11 (16.9%)54 (83.1%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Total (Category)313 (49.3%)322 (50.7%)
Total (Overall)891 (54.7%)738 (45.3%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Lake Wissota are Food Preparation & Serving (81 | 5.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (32 | 2.0%), Healthcare Support (20 | 1.2%), Personal Care & Service (14 | 0.9%), and Security & Protection (10 | 0.6%).
Services Occupations in Lake Wissota

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Lake Wissota, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (34.4%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (71.6%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Lake Wissota
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Security & Protection10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving23 (28.4%)58 (71.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance11 (34.4%)21 (65.6%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Total (Category)44 (28.0%)113 (72.0%)
Total (Overall)891 (54.7%)738 (45.3%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Lake Wissota are Sales & Related (397 | 24.4%), and Office & Administration (209 | 12.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Lake Wissota

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Lake Wissota
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related250 (63.0%)147 (37.0%)
Office & Administration53 (25.4%)156 (74.6%)
Total (Category)303 (50.0%)303 (50.0%)
Total (Overall)891 (54.7%)738 (45.3%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Lake Wissota are Construction & Extraction (53 | 3.3%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (15 | 0.9%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Lake Wissota

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Lake Wissota
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)68 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)891 (54.7%)738 (45.3%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Lake Wissota are Material Moving (81 | 5.0%), Production (65 | 4.0%), and Transportation (17 | 1.0%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Lake Wissota

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Lake Wissota
OccupationMaleFemale
Production65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)163 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)891 (54.7%)738 (45.3%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Lake Wissota

Employment Industries in Lake Wissota

The major employment industries in Lake Wissota include Retail Trade (590 | 36.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (219 | 13.4%), Manufacturing (144 | 8.8%), Accommodation & Food Services (134 | 8.2%), and Information (125 | 7.7%).
Employment Industries in Lake Wissota

Employment Industries by Sex in Lake Wissota

The Lake Wissota industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Wholesale Trade (100.0%), and Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Educational Services (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (93.1%), and Information (72.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Lake Wissota
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction69 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing134 (93.1%)10 (6.9%)
Wholesale Trade22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade356 (60.3%)234 (39.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities15 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information35 (28.0%)90 (72.0%)
Finance & Insurance34 (65.4%)18 (34.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific25 (62.5%)15 (37.5%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support51 (79.7%)13 (20.3%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)58 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance15 (6.9%)204 (93.1%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services76 (56.7%)58 (43.3%)
Public Administration31 (70.5%)13 (29.5%)
Total891 (54.7%)738 (45.3%)

Education in Lake Wissota

School Enrollment in Lake Wissota

The most common levels of schooling among the 494 students in Lake Wissota are college / undergraduate (126 | 25.5%), elementary school (98 | 19.8%), and middle school (81 | 16.4%).
School Enrollment in Lake Wissota
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool5511.1%
Kindergarten132.6%
Elementary School9819.8%
Middle School8116.4%
High School6513.2%
College / Undergraduate12625.5%
Graduate / Professional5611.3%
Total494100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lake Wissota

Out of a total of 494 students who are enrolled in schools in Lake Wissota, 46 (9.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 448 (90.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 46 (83.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 91 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Lake Wissota
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds9 (16.4%)46 (83.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds101 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds56 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total448 (90.7%)46 (9.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lake Wissota

Business (564 | 54.5%), psychology (73 | 7.0%), social sciences (66 | 6.4%), science & technology (62 | 6.0%), and education (55 | 5.3%) are the most common fields of study among 1,035 individuals in Lake Wissota who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Lake Wissota
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics464.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural363.5%
Physical & Health Sciences373.6%
Psychology737.0%
Social Sciences666.4%
Engineering494.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology626.0%
Business56454.5%
Education555.3%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts161.5%
Communications212.0%
Arts & Humanities101.0%
Total1,035100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Lake Wissota

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lake Wissota

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Lake Wissota are males with 2 vehicles (412, accounting for 46.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (253, making up 55.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Lake Wissota
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle57 (6.4%)56 (7.6%)
2 Vehicles412 (46.6%)253 (34.3%)
3 Vehicles238 (26.9%)285 (38.6%)
4 Vehicles164 (18.5%)144 (19.5%)
5 or more Vehicles14 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total885 (100.0%)738 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Lake Wissota

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Lake Wissota are 20 to 24 minutes (368 commuters, 25.8%), 10 to 14 minutes (348 commuters, 24.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (158 commuters, 11.1%).
Commute Time in Lake Wissota
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes141.0%
5 to 9 Minutes1399.8%
10 to 14 Minutes34824.4%
15 to 19 Minutes15811.1%
20 to 24 Minutes36825.8%
25 to 29 Minutes563.9%
30 to 34 Minutes795.6%
35 to 39 Minutes422.9%
40 to 44 Minutes14710.3%
45 to 59 Minutes00.0%
60 to 89 Minutes00.0%
90 or more Minutes735.1%

Commute Time by Sex in Lake Wissota

The most common commute times in Lake Wissota are 20 to 24 minutes (222 commuters, 27.5%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (162 commuters, 26.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Lake Wissota
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes14 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes62 (7.7%)77 (12.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes186 (23.1%)162 (26.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes68 (8.4%)90 (14.6%)
20 to 24 Minutes222 (27.5%)146 (23.7%)
25 to 29 Minutes17 (2.1%)39 (6.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes44 (5.4%)35 (5.7%)
35 to 39 Minutes39 (4.8%)3 (0.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes95 (11.8%)52 (8.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes60 (7.4%)13 (2.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lake Wissota

The most frequent times of departure to work in Lake Wissota are 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (161, 20.0%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (132, 21.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Lake Wissota
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM64 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM0 (0.0%)10 (1.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM123 (15.2%)53 (8.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM29 (3.6%)105 (17.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM84 (10.4%)76 (12.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM125 (15.5%)132 (21.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM42 (5.2%)63 (10.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM19 (2.4%)34 (5.5%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM161 (20.0%)121 (19.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)7 (1.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM150 (18.6%)16 (2.6%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM10 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total807 (100.0%)617 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Lake Wissota

Occupancy by Ownership in Lake Wissota

Of the total 1,350 dwellings in Lake Wissota, owner-occupied units account for 1,101 (81.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 249 (18.4%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Lake Wissota
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,10181.6%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units24918.4%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,350100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Lake Wissota

Occupancy by Household Size in Lake Wissota
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household23417.3%
2-Person Household83061.5%
3-Person Household513.8%
4+ Person Household23517.4%
Total Housing Units1,350100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lake Wissota

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Lake Wissota
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household181 (77.3%)53 (22.7%)
2-Person Household769 (92.6%)61 (7.3%)
3-Person Household16 (31.4%)35 (68.6%)
4+ Person Household135 (57.5%)100 (42.5%)
Total Housing Units1,101 (81.6%)249 (18.4%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lake Wissota

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Lake Wissota
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School7 (25.0%)21 (75.0%)
High School Diploma260 (87.8%)36 (12.2%)
College/Associate Degree301 (76.8%)91 (23.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher533 (84.1%)101 (15.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lake Wissota

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Lake Wissota
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years23717.6%
35 to 44 Years1178.7%
45 to 54 Years29922.2%
55 to 64 Years35426.2%
65 to 74 Years24718.3%
75 to 84 Years957.0%
85 Years and Over10.1%
Total1,350100.0%

Housing Finances in Lake Wissota

Median Income by Occupancy in Lake Wissota

Median Income by Occupancy in Lake Wissota
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,101 (81.6%)$142,982
Renter-Occupied249 (18.4%)$46,473
Average1,350 (100.0%)$126,667

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lake Wissota

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Lake Wissota
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99938 (3.5%)19 (7.6%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)75 (30.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99923 (2.1%)42 (16.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999174 (15.8%)48 (19.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999156 (14.2%)44 (17.7%)
$100,000 to $149,999256 (23.3%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more454 (41.2%)21 (8.4%)
Total1,101 (100.0%)249 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lake Wissota

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Lake Wissota
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499134 (12.2%)17 (6.8%)
$500 to $799218 (19.8%)28 (11.2%)
$800 to $99961 (5.5%)31 (12.4%)
$1,000 to $1,499256 (23.3%)173 (69.5%)
$1,500 to $1,999274 (24.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49951 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99945 (4.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more62 (5.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,101 (100.0%)249 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Lake Wissota

Housing Structures in Lake Wissota

Housing Structures in Lake Wissota
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,13484.0%
Single Unit, Attached1299.6%
2 Unit Apartments876.4%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,350100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lake Wissota

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Lake Wissota
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,073 (94.6%)61 (5.4%)
Single Unit, Attached28 (21.7%)101 (78.3%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)87 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,101 (81.6%)249 (18.4%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lake Wissota

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Lake Wissota
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms163 (14.8%)171 (68.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms535 (48.6%)59 (23.7%)
8 or more Rooms403 (36.6%)19 (7.6%)
Total1,101 (100.0%)249 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lake Wissota

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Lake Wissota
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas941 (85.5%)174 (69.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas20 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity102 (9.3%)75 (30.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene38 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,101 (100.0%)249 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Lake Wissota

Household Vehicle Usage in Lake Wissota
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle122 (11.1%)64 (25.7%)
2 Vehicles471 (42.8%)147 (59.0%)
3 or more Vehicles508 (46.1%)38 (15.3%)
Total1,101 (100.0%)249 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Lake Wissota

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Lake Wissota

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units556545
Median Property Value$397,200$288,200
Median Household Income$180,160$148
Monthly Housing Costs$606$62
Real Estate Taxes$4,278$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lake Wissota

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Lake Wissota
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999243 (43.7%)302 (55.4%)
$300,000 to $499,999116 (20.9%)157 (28.8%)
$500,000 to $749,999154 (27.7%)29 (5.3%)
$750,000 to $999,99943 (7.7%)31 (5.7%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)26 (4.8%)
Total556 (100.0%)545 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lake Wissota

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Lake Wissota
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9990 (0.0%)38 (7.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99912 (2.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999121 (21.8%)11 (2.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99997 (17.4%)53 (9.7%)
$100,000 to $149,99920 (3.6%)59 (10.8%)
$150,000 or more306 (55.0%)236 (43.3%)
Total556 (100.0%)545 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lake Wissota

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Lake Wissota
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x316 (56.8%)140,917 (25,856.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x89 (16.0%)236 (43.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x78 (14.0%)155 (28.4%)
4.0x or more73 (13.1%)56 (10.3%)
Total556 (100.0%)545 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lake Wissota

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Lake Wissota
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499556 (100.0%)15 (2.8%)
Total556 (100.0%)545 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Lake Wissota

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lake Wissota

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lake Wissota
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years213 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years303 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years154 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years341 (95.3%)17 (4.8%)
35 to 44 Years221 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years546 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years658 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years367 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older181 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,984 (99.4%)17 (0.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lake Wissota

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Lake Wissota
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born213 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen303 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen154 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lake Wissota

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Lake Wissota
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00097 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999370 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999400 (95.9%)17 (4.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999467 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over1,640 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lake Wissota

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Lake Wissota
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6111 (52.1%)102 (47.9%)
6 to 18 Years84 (27.7%)219 (72.3%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)154 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years171 (47.8%)170 (47.5%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)221 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)546 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years12 (1.8%)658 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years367 (100.0%)363 (98.9%)
75 Years and over181 (100.0%)145 (80.1%)
Total926 (30.9%)2,578 (85.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lake Wissota

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Lake Wissota
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)36 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years84 (32.1%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)38 (50.7%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Lake Wissota

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Lake Wissota: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)36 (5.2%)
65 to 74 Years80 (30.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (25.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Lake Wissota: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (25.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Lake Wissota: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years6 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years4 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (1.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Lake Wissota: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)13 (1.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (1.3%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Lake Wissota: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)1 (1.3%)

Technology Access in Lake Wissota

Computing Device Access in Lake Wissota

Computing Device Access in Lake Wissota
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,09881.3%
Smartphone1,30496.6%
Tablet1,14384.7%
No Computing Device00.0%
Total1,350100.0%

Internet Access in Lake Wissota

Internet Access in Lake Wissota
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home1,25292.7%
Cellular Data Only584.3%
Satellite Internet403.0%
No Internet403.0%
Total1,350100.0%

Lake Wissota Summary

Lake Wissota is a man-made lake located in Chippewa County, Wisconsin. It was created in 1917 when the Chippewa River was dammed to provide hydroelectric power to the area. The lake is approximately 6,400 acres in size and is the largest lake in the Chippewa Valley. It is a popular destination for fishing, boating, swimming, and other recreational activities.

History

The area around Lake Wissota was originally inhabited by the Ojibwe people. The lake was created in 1917 when the Chippewa River was dammed to provide hydroelectric power to the area. The dam was built by the Northern States Power Company, which is now known as Xcel Energy. The lake was named after the nearby Wissota Rapids, which were named after the Ojibwe word for “big water”.
The lake quickly became a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other recreational activities. In the 1920s, the lake was stocked with walleye, northern pike, and muskellunge. In the 1950s, the lake was stocked with largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, and bluegill. The lake is now home to a variety of fish species, including walleye, northern pike, muskellunge, largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, bluegill, crappie, and perch.

Geography

Lake Wissota is located in Chippewa County, Wisconsin. It is approximately 6,400 acres in size and is the largest lake in the Chippewa Valley. The lake is surrounded by the towns of Chippewa Falls, Lake Hallie, and Jim Falls. The lake is fed by the Chippewa River and is drained by the same river. The lake has a maximum depth of 40 feet and an average depth of 15 feet.

Economy

Lake Wissota is a popular destination for fishing, boating, swimming, and other recreational activities. The lake is home to several marinas, boat launches, and public beaches. There are also several resorts and campgrounds located on the lake. The lake is also a popular destination for water sports, such as wakeboarding, water skiing, and tubing.
The lake is also home to several businesses that cater to visitors. These businesses include restaurants, bars, and retail stores. The lake is also home to several charter fishing companies that offer guided fishing trips.

Demographics

The population of the Lake Wissota area is approximately 10,000 people. The majority of the population is white (94.3%), followed by Hispanic (2.2%), Asian (1.2%), and African American (0.7%). The median household income is $50,000 and the median home value is $150,000. The unemployment rate is 4.2%.

Conclusion

Lake Wissota is a man-made lake located in Chippewa County, Wisconsin. It was created in 1917 when the Chippewa River was dammed to provide hydroelectric power to the area. The lake is approximately 6,400 acres in size and is the largest lake in the Chippewa Valley. It is a popular destination for fishing, boating, swimming, and other recreational activities. The lake is home to several businesses that cater to visitors, as well as a variety of fish species. The population of the Lake Wissota area is approximately 10,000 people, with a median household income of $50,000 and a median home value of $150,000.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Lake Wissota?
Total Population of Lake Wissota is 3,001.
What is the Total Male Population of Lake Wissota?
Total Male Population of Lake Wissota is 1,740.
What is the Total Female Population of Lake Wissota?
Total Female Population of Lake Wissota is 1,261.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Lake Wissota?
There are 137.99 Males per 100 Females in Lake Wissota.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Lake Wissota?
There are 72.47 Females per 100 Males in Lake Wissota.
What is the Median Population Age in Lake Wissota?
Median Population Age in Lake Wissota is 52.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Lake Wissota
Average Family Size in Lake Wissota is 2.5 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Lake Wissota
Average Household Size in Lake Wissota is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Lake Wissota?
Per Capita income in Lake Wissota is $67,221.
What is the Median Family Income in Lake Wissota?
Median Family Income in Lake Wissota is $135,804.
What is the Median Household income in Lake Wissota?
Median Household Income in Lake Wissota is $126,667.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Lake Wissota?
Income or Wage Gap in Lake Wissota is 28.0%.
Women in Lake Wissota earn 72.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Lake Wissota?
Inequality or Gini Index in Lake Wissota is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Lake Wissota?
There are 1,739 People in the Labor Forcein in Lake Wissota.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Lake Wissota?
68.9% of People are in the Labor Force in Lake Wissota.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Lake Wissota?
Unemployment Rate in Lake Wissota is 6.3%.