What are the schools like in Mission, WI?

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

What is the median household income in Mission?

The median household income in Mission, WI is $64,583 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 24.5%.

What is the weather like in Mission, WI?

Mission has an average high temperature of 23.5°F in January and 80.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 41.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Mission, WI affordable or expensive?

Mission's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mission is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $135,000 and the median rent is $1,063 per month.

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

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

Is Mission, WI a Good Place to Live?

Mission is a small town of 369 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $64,583 and a 24.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

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

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

All Mission 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: 93.1

Mission's overall cost of living index is 93.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mission costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mission, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$135,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,063	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$64,583	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Mission 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	Mission, 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	19.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mission sees average highs of 23.5°F in January and 80.4°F in July, with 38.8 inches of annual precipitation and 41.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mission, WI
Average High — January	23.5°F
Average High — July	80.4°F
Annual Precipitation	38.8"
Annual Snowfall	41.2"

Demographics

Metric	Mission, WI	National Avg
Population	369	—
Median Age	28.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	24.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	5.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	30.1%	22.2%
65 and over	6.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sand Pillow, WI 1 mi Hatfield, WI 5 mi Black River Falls, WI 5 mi Merrillan, WI 8 mi Alma Center, WI 10 mi

Mission vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mission, WI affordable or expensive?

Mission's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mission roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $135,000 and median rent is $1,063/month.

What is the crime rate in Mission, WI?

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

What are the schools like in Mission?

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

Is Mission, WI a good place to live?

Mission, WI has a population of 369, a median household income of $64,583, and an unemployment rate of 24.5%. 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 Mission?

Mission averages 23.5°F in January and 80.4°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 is the population of Mission?

The population of Mission, Wisconsin is 369 with a median age of 28.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mission?

Key numbers for living in Mission: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $135,000, median household income $64,583. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mission side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.