What are the schools like in Knapp, WI?

Knapp is served primarily by Menomonie Area School District. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.1:1.

What is the median household income in Knapp?

The median household income in Knapp, WI is $46,042 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.4%.

What is the weather like in Knapp, WI?

Knapp has an average high temperature of 24.0°F in January and 82.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 40.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Knapp, WI affordable or expensive?

Knapp's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Knapp is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $120,800 and the median rent is $963 per month.

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

Knapp has a violent crime rate of 57.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 504.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Knapp, WI a Good Place to Live?

Knapp is a small town of 544 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $46,042 and a 5.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

All Knapp 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: 91.8

Knapp's overall cost of living index is 91.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Knapp costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Knapp, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$120,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$963	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	53.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,042	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Knapp's violent crime rate is 57.3 per 100,000 residents — 85% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

57.3 /100k

Property Crime

504.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Knapp is served primarily by Menomonie Area School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Knapp, WI	National Avg
School District	Menomonie Area School District	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Knapp sees average highs of 24.0°F in January and 82.0°F in July, with 34.2 inches of annual precipitation and 40.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Knapp, WI
Average High — January	24.0°F
Average High — July	82.0°F
Annual Precipitation	34.2"
Annual Snowfall	40.9"

Demographics

Metric	Knapp, WI	National Avg
Population	544	—
Median Age	39.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.7%	22.2%
65 and over	14.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Wilson, WI 4 mi Boyceville, WI 7 mi Downing, WI 7 mi Glenwood City, WI 8 mi Menomonie, WI 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Knapp

Knapp, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

54749

Knapp vs Other Cities

Knapp, WI vs Wilson, WI Knapp, WI vs Boyceville, WI Knapp, WI vs Downing, WI Knapp, WI vs Glenwood City, WI Knapp, WI vs Menomonie, WI

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Knapp, WI affordable or expensive?

Knapp's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Knapp roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $120,800 and median rent is $963/month.

What is the crime rate in Knapp, WI?

Knapp's violent crime rate is 57.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 504.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Knapp?

Public schools in Knapp are operated by Menomonie Area School District. The district has 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.1:1. 10.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Knapp, WI a good place to live?

Knapp, WI has a population of 544, a median household income of $46,042, and an unemployment rate of 5.4%. 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 Knapp?

Knapp averages 24.0°F in January and 82.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 34.2 inches with about 40.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Knapp?

Knapp, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 54749.

What is the population of Knapp?

The population of Knapp, Wisconsin is 544 with a median age of 39.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Knapp?

Key numbers for living in Knapp: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $120,800, median household income $46,042, crime index 19 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Knapp side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.