What are the schools like in Keshena, WI?

Keshena is served primarily by Menominee Indian School District. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.4:1.

What is the median household income in Keshena?

The median household income in Keshena, WI is $43,000 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.4%.

What is the weather like in Keshena, WI?

Keshena has an average high temperature of 24.1°F in January and 81.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 47.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Keshena, WI affordable or expensive?

Keshena's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Keshena is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $98,300 and the median rent is $634 per month.

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

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

Is Keshena, WI a Good Place to Live?

Keshena is a small town of 1,424 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $43,000 and a 8.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Keshena 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 Keshena is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Keshena 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: 87.4

Keshena's overall cost of living index is 87.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Keshena costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Keshena, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$98,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$634	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	24.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$43,000	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Keshena is served primarily by Menominee Indian School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Keshena, WI	National Avg
School District	Menominee Indian School District	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	4.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Keshena sees average highs of 24.1°F in January and 81.2°F in July, with 33.1 inches of annual precipitation and 47.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Keshena, WI
Average High — January	24.1°F
Average High — July	81.2°F
Annual Precipitation	33.1"
Annual Snowfall	47.9"

Demographics

Metric	Keshena, WI	National Avg
Population	1,424	—
Median Age	20.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	9.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	3.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	41.0%	22.2%
65 and over	3.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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Keshena vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Keshena, WI affordable or expensive?

Keshena's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Keshena roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $98,300 and median rent is $634/month.

What is the crime rate in Keshena, WI?

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

What are the schools like in Keshena?

Public schools in Keshena are operated by Menominee Indian School District. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.4:1. 4.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Keshena, WI a good place to live?

Keshena, WI has a population of 1,424, a median household income of $43,000, and an unemployment rate of 8.4%. 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 Keshena?

Keshena averages 24.1°F in January and 81.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.1 inches with about 47.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Keshena?

The population of Keshena, Wisconsin is 1,424 with a median age of 20.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Keshena?

Key numbers for living in Keshena: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $98,300, median household income $43,000, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Keshena side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.