What are the schools like in Rome, WI?

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

What is the median household income in Rome?

The median household income in Rome, WI is $83,365 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 Rome, WI?

Rome has an average high temperature of 26.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 50.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Rome, WI affordable or expensive?

Rome's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Rome is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $250,000 and the median rent is $1,144 per month.

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

Rome has a violent crime rate of 145.1 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 726.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Rome, WI a Good Place to Live?

Rome is a small town of 582 in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $83,365 . Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Rome stands out for an affordable cost of living.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Rome is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Rome 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: 96.8

Rome's overall cost of living index is 96.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Rome costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Rome, WI	National Avg
Median Home Value	$250,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,144	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	83.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$83,365	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Rome's violent crime rate is 145.1 per 100,000 residents — 62% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

145.1 /100k

Property Crime

726.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Rome, 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	28.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Rome sees average highs of 26.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July, with 37.5 inches of annual precipitation and 50.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Rome, WI
Average High — January	26.9°F
Average High — July	82.1°F
Annual Precipitation	37.5"
Annual Snowfall	50.7"

Demographics

Metric	Rome, WI	National Avg
Population	582	—
Median Age	41.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	38.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	25.1%	22.2%
65 and over	19.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Helenville, WI 3 mi Sullivan, WI 3 mi Hebron, WI 5 mi Palmyra, WI 8 mi Jefferson, WI 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Rome

Rome, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code:

53137

Rome vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rome, WI affordable or expensive?

Rome's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Rome roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $250,000 and median rent is $1,144/month.

What is the crime rate in Rome, WI?

Rome's violent crime rate is 145.1 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 726.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Rome?

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

Is Rome, WI a good place to live?

Rome, WI has a population of 582, a median household income of $83,365, 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 Rome?

Rome averages 26.9°F in January and 82.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.5 inches with about 50.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Rome?

Rome, WI is covered by 1 ZIP code: 53137.

What is the population of Rome?

The population of Rome, Wisconsin is 582 with a median age of 41.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Rome?

Key numbers for living in Rome: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $250,000, median household income $83,365, crime index 37 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Rome side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.