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WAGE & INCOME

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Why is this Important?

Marathon County's median household income, which has been increasing significantly, is $56,509; is slightly lower than Wisconsin and the U.S. 
 
Whether an individual or family, having a sufficient income is vitally important to support basic needs like transportation, housing, and food.
 
Wages and benefits are important, but encouraging local employers to provide non-traditional benefits (child care, healthcare, and retirement packages) for talent retention is also vital. Wage is one piece of the puzzle when it comes to job satisfaction, a healthy lifestyle, and work/life balance.
Key Takeaways
Marathon County's median household income continues to be lower than Wisconsin and the U.S.
Marathon County has moderate wage levels, often falling below national wage rates for many occupations.
Although women's earnings in Marathon County are higher than Wisconsin and the U.S., they are still less than 75% of men's earnings.
Median household income varies greatly based on where you live in Marathon County.
Significant household income disparities exist among racial/ethnic groups in Marathon County.

red chart bars Significantly worse than the overall value

light blue chart bars No significant difference with the overall value

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Marathon County's per capita income is increasing, but continues to be lower than Wisconsin and the U.S.

County: Marathon Per Capita Income

Current Value:

Per Capita Income

$38,886
(2018-2022)
Compared to:
Compared to WI Counties, Marathon has a value of $38,886 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value higher than $36,517 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $33,601.
WI Counties
Compared to U.S. Counties, Marathon has a value of $38,886 which is in the best 50% of counties. Counties in the best 50% have a value higher than $32,340 while counties in the worst 25% have a value lower than $28,112.
U.S. Counties
Compared to the WI Value ($40,130), Marathon has a value of $38,886 which is lower and worse.
WI Value
($40,130)
Compared to the US Value ($41,261), Marathon has a value of $38,886 which is lower and worse.
US Value
($41,261)
Over time, the Marathon value is increasing significantly.
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Generated by www.healthymarathoncountypulse.org/ on May 21, 2024.