What are the schools like in Pepin, WI?

Pepin is served primarily by Pepin Area School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.2:1.

What is the median household income in Pepin?

The median household income in Pepin, WI is $71,136 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.

What is the weather like in Pepin, WI?

Pepin has an average high temperature of 24.4°F in January and 83.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 39.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Pepin, WI affordable or expensive?

Pepin's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Pepin is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $167,600 and the median rent is $811 per month.

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

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

Is Pepin, WI a Good Place to Live?

Pepin is a small town of 823 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $71,136 and a 3.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Pepin is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Pepin 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: 92.0

Pepin's overall cost of living index is 92.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Pepin costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Pepin, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$167,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$811	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,136	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Pepin is served primarily by Pepin Area School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Pepin, WI	National Avg
School District	Pepin Area School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	23.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Pepin sees average highs of 24.4°F in January and 83.1°F in July, with 35.7 inches of annual precipitation and 39.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Pepin, WI
Average High — January	24.4°F
Average High — July	83.1°F
Annual Precipitation	35.7"
Annual Snowfall	39.8"

Demographics

Metric	Pepin, WI	National Avg
Population	823	—
Median Age	51.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	17.7%	22.2%
65 and over	28.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Lake City, MN 7 mi Stockholm, WI 7 mi Wabasha, MN 7 mi Nelson, WI 8 mi Frontenac, MN 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Pepin

Pepin, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

54759

Pepin vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pepin, WI affordable or expensive?

Pepin's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Pepin roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $167,600 and median rent is $811/month.

What is the crime rate in Pepin, WI?

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

What are the schools like in Pepin?

Public schools in Pepin are operated by Pepin Area School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.2:1. 23.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Pepin, WI a good place to live?

Pepin, WI has a population of 823, a median household income of $71,136, and an unemployment rate of 3.0%. 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 Pepin?

Pepin averages 24.4°F in January and 83.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 35.7 inches with about 39.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Pepin?

Pepin, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 54759.

What is the population of Pepin?

The population of Pepin, Wisconsin is 823 with a median age of 51.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Pepin?

Key numbers for living in Pepin: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $167,600, median household income $71,136, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Pepin side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.