Clark County
WI · Pop. 34,736 · Suburban County
Clark County sits in Wisconsin across 1,210 square miles, home to 34,736 people at 28.7 per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on haylage, corn, hay. A median home price of $164,000 and an effective property tax rate of 1.51% set the cost of entry. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 4b with a 129-day growing season, average summer highs of 78°F and average winter lows of 7.1°F. Annual rainfall averages 33.7 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Marshfield Medical Center - Neillsville is 12.5 miles away and includes an emergency room. Broadband reaches 80.6% of homes. On the hazard side, flood risk is very high, tornado risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A median home price of $164,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- A strong agricultural economy built on haylage, corn, hay means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
- A low unemployment rate of 3% reflects a stable local job base.
- A low poverty rate of 12% signals a relatively stable local economy.
Cons
- Tornado risk is very high, so a storm shelter and wind-resistant structures are practical necessities.
- Flood risk is very high, so careful parcel siting and flood insurance are essential.
- A 129-day growing season limits crop diversity and calls for season-extension tools.
- An effective property tax rate of 1.51% is on the higher side and adds to annual carrying costs.
- Average winter lows of 7.1°F demand serious cold-weather infrastructure for livestock and water systems.
At a glance
Clark County, WI is a mixed homesteading prospect — weigh the tradeoffs.
- Homestead score
- 47/100
- Median home price
- $164k
- Property tax
- 1.51%
- Growing season
- 129 days (zone 4b)
- Annual rainfall
- 33.7"
- Broadband
- 80.6%
- Nearest hospital
- Marshfield Medical Center - Neillsville, 12.5 mi
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Homesteading in Clark County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Clark County?
- Clark County is in USDA hardiness zone 4b with a 129-day growing season, average summer highs of 78°F, and average winter lows of 7.1°F. The established crops are haylage, corn, hay.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $164,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.51%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 80.6% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Marshfield Medical Center - Neillsville is 12.5 miles away and includes an emergency room; there are 2 hospitals in the county.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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