What are the schools like in North Lake, WI?

North Lake is served primarily by North Lake School District. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.7:1.

What is the median household income in North Lake?

The median household income in North Lake, WI is $109,107 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in North Lake, WI?

North Lake has an average high temperature of 28.1°F in January and 82.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 39.6 inches.

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

Q: Is North Lake, WI affordable or expensive?

North Lake's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Lake is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $437,500 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Lake, WI?

North Lake has a violent crime rate of 60.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 691.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is North Lake, WI a Good Place to Live?

North Lake is a small town of 209 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $109,107 . Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: North Lake stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices. Whether North Lake is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All North Lake 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: 95.5

North Lake's overall cost of living index is 95.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North Lake costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	North Lake, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$437,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	81.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$109,107	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

North Lake's violent crime rate is 60.4 per 100,000 residents — 84% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

60.4 /100k

Property Crime

691.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

North Lake is served primarily by North Lake School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	North Lake, WI	National Avg
School District	North Lake School District	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	52.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Lake sees average highs of 28.1°F in January and 82.3°F in July, with 36.3 inches of annual precipitation and 39.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Lake, WI
Average High — January	28.1°F
Average High — July	82.3°F
Annual Precipitation	36.3"
Annual Snowfall	39.6"

Demographics

Metric	North Lake, WI	National Avg
Population	209	—
Median Age	43.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	20.6%	22.2%
65 and over	17.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Chenequa, WI 2 mi Merton, WI 3 mi Hartland, WI 4 mi Okauchee Lake, WI 4 mi Nashotah, WI 5 mi

North Lake vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Lake, WI affordable or expensive?

North Lake's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes North Lake roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $437,500 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in North Lake, WI?

North Lake's violent crime rate is 60.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 691.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in North Lake?

Public schools in North Lake are operated by North Lake School District. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.7:1. 52.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is North Lake, WI a good place to live?

North Lake, WI has a population of 209, a median household income of $109,107, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 North Lake?

North Lake averages 28.1°F in January and 82.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.3 inches with about 39.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of North Lake?

The population of North Lake, Wisconsin is 209 with a median age of 43.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Lake?

Key numbers for living in North Lake: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $437,500, median household income $109,107, crime index 23 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Lake side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.