What are the schools like in Hollandale, WI?

Hollandale is served primarily by Pecatonica Area School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.3:1.

What is the median household income in Hollandale?

The median household income in Hollandale, WI is $66,875 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.8%.

What is the weather like in Hollandale, WI?

Hollandale has an average high temperature of 26.0°F in January and 81.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 31.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Hollandale, WI affordable or expensive?

Hollandale's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hollandale is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $158,500 and the median rent is $725 per month.

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

Hollandale has a violent crime rate of 71.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 625.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hollandale, WI a Good Place to Live?

Hollandale is a small town of 329 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $66,875 and a 0.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Hollandale stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Hollandale is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hollandale 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: 95.8

Hollandale's overall cost of living index is 95.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hollandale costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hollandale, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$158,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$725	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$66,875	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hollandale's violent crime rate is 71.8 per 100,000 residents — 81% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

71.8 /100k

Property Crime

625.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Hollandale is served primarily by Pecatonica Area School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hollandale, WI	National Avg
School District	Pecatonica Area School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hollandale sees average highs of 26.0°F in January and 81.4°F in July, with 36.9 inches of annual precipitation and 31.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hollandale, WI
Average High — January	26.0°F
Average High — July	81.4°F
Annual Precipitation	36.9"
Annual Snowfall	31.2"

Demographics

Metric	Hollandale, WI	National Avg
Population	329	—
Median Age	50.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	39.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.7%	18.9%
Asian	4.6%	6.3%
Under 18	16.1%	22.2%
65 and over	15.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Blanchardville, WI 6 mi Ridgeway, WI 9 mi Barneveld, WI 10 mi Blue Mounds, WI 11 mi Dodgeville, WI 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Hollandale

Hollandale, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

53544

Hollandale vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hollandale, WI affordable or expensive?

Hollandale's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hollandale roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $158,500 and median rent is $725/month.

What is the crime rate in Hollandale, WI?

Hollandale's violent crime rate is 71.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 625.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hollandale?

Public schools in Hollandale are operated by Pecatonica Area School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.3:1. 19.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hollandale, WI a good place to live?

Hollandale, WI has a population of 329, a median household income of $66,875, and an unemployment rate of 0.8%. 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 Hollandale?

Hollandale averages 26.0°F in January and 81.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.9 inches with about 31.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hollandale?

Hollandale, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 53544.

What is the population of Hollandale?

The population of Hollandale, Wisconsin is 329 with a median age of 50.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hollandale?

Key numbers for living in Hollandale: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $158,500, median household income $66,875, crime index 23 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hollandale side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.