What are the schools like in Hixton, WI?

School district data for Hixton is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Hixton?

The median household income in Hixton, WI is $83,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.7%.

What is the weather like in Hixton, WI?

Hixton 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.

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

Q: Is Hixton, WI affordable or expensive?

Hixton's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hixton is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $153,800 and the median rent is $575 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hixton, WI?

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

Is Hixton, WI a Good Place to Live?

Hixton is a small town of 424 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $83,750 and a 8.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: Hixton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

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

All Hixton 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: 88.9

Hixton's overall cost of living index is 88.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hixton costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hixton, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$153,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$575	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	82.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$83,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Hixton, WI	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

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

Demographics

Metric	Hixton, WI	National Avg
Population	424	—
Median Age	50.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.9%	6.3%
Under 18	15.1%	22.2%
65 and over	12.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Alma Center, WI 6 mi Taylor, WI 7 mi Pigeon Falls, WI 10 mi Merrillan, WI 10 mi Black River Falls, WI 10 mi

ZIP Codes in Hixton

Hixton, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

54635

Hixton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hixton, WI affordable or expensive?

Hixton's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hixton roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $153,800 and median rent is $575/month.

What is the crime rate in Hixton, WI?

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

What are the schools like in Hixton?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Hixton, WI a good place to live?

Hixton, WI has a population of 424, a median household income of $83,750, and an unemployment rate of 8.7%. 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 Hixton?

Hixton 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 Hixton?

Hixton, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 54635.

What is the population of Hixton?

The population of Hixton, Wisconsin is 424 with a median age of 50.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hixton?

Key numbers for living in Hixton: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $153,800, median household income $83,750. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hixton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.