What are the schools like in Alma Center, WI?

Alma Center is served primarily by Alma Center School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.2:1.

What is the median household income in Alma Center?

The median household income in Alma Center, WI is $59,167 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 12.6%.

What is the weather like in Alma Center, WI?

Alma Center has an average high temperature of 24.0°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 41.2 inches.

Alma Center, WI Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Alma Center, WI affordable or expensive?

Alma Center's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Alma Center is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $115,200 and the median rent is $750 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Alma Center, WI?

Crime rate data for Alma Center is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Alma Center, WI a Good Place to Live?

Alma Center is a small town of 577 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $59,167 and a 12.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Alma Center stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Alma Center is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Alma Center city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 89.6

Alma Center's overall cost of living index is 89.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Alma Center costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Alma Center, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$115,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$750	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	76.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$59,167	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Alma Center is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Alma Center is served primarily by Alma Center School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Alma Center, WI	National Avg
School District	Alma Center School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Alma Center sees average highs of 24.0°F in January and 81.3°F in July, with 38.8 inches of annual precipitation and 41.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Alma Center, WI
Average High — January	24.0°F
Average High — July	81.3°F
Annual Precipitation	38.8"
Annual Snowfall	41.2"

Demographics

Metric	Alma Center, WI	National Avg
Population	577	—
Median Age	31.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	12.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	86.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.4%	22.2%
65 and over	10.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Merrillan, WI 4 mi Hixton, WI 6 mi Humbird, WI 7 mi Hatfield, WI 8 mi Mission, WI 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Alma Center

Alma Center, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

54611

Alma Center vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alma Center, WI affordable or expensive?

Alma Center's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Alma Center roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $115,200 and median rent is $750/month.

What is the crime rate in Alma Center, WI?

Crime data for Alma Center is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Alma Center?

Public schools in Alma Center are operated by Alma Center School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1. 13.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Alma Center, WI a good place to live?

Alma Center, WI has a population of 577, a median household income of $59,167, and an unemployment rate of 12.6%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Alma Center?

Alma Center averages 24.0°F in January and 81.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.8 inches with about 41.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Alma Center?

Alma Center, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 54611.

What is the population of Alma Center?

The population of Alma Center, Wisconsin is 577 with a median age of 31.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Alma Center?

Key numbers for living in Alma Center: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $115,200, median household income $59,167, schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Alma Center side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.