Real Estate Investing in Amery, Wisconsin (54001)

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Polk County • Population: 7,947 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 54001 (Amery, WI)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (56/100)

Mixed signals — some positives, some negatives. Worth considering but not a slam-dunk.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
2 flags
  • High vacancy: 24.2% of homes vacant — above national norms.
  • High price-to-rent: Price-to-rent ratio 26.2 — hard to cash-flow at these prices.

• Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $347,376
Avg Monthly Rent $1,107
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $80,556
% Renters 18.6%

Market Analysis: 54001 Amery

ZIP 54001 inside Polk County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $347K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

The 54001 ZIP can work — but only with a tight operating hand. Remote landlords and passive investors tend to struggle here more than the underwriting suggests.

ZIP 54001's metrics run below Polk County's averages on price growth and tenant stability. Investors who ignore that regional gap tend to relearn it the hard way.

Resident income in 54001 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

looks to the ZIP is not uninvestable, but it is unforgiving. Section 8 landlords, local operators, and specialized value-add funds are the investor types that tend to succeed.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Amery:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 69/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
9/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.3× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,107/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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Property Strategy for 54001

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
4BR
3.5% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
4BR
+9.6% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
4BR
$96,743/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $280,014 $1,230 3.2% +8.2% $140,007
3BR $327,203 $1,520 3.3% +8.8% $109,068
4BR $386,973 $1,870 3.5% +9.6% $96,743

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$365K$313K$261K$208K$156K$104KSep 2006Aug 2016Jul 2026

📊 How Does 54001 Compare?

Metric 54001 Amery Wisconsin
Home Value $347,376 $347,376 $320,446
5-Year CAGR 5.5% 5.5% 7.3%
Avg Rent $1,107 $1,107 -
Cap Rate 2.5% 2.5% -
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With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
2.5%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.5%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $347,376
Monthly Rent $1,107
Price-to-Rent 26.2:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 3.8%
Cap Rate 2.5%
5-Year IRR 8.0%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.5% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.5% ▲
10-Year CAGR +8.0% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 2.5%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (2.5%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
24.2%
Elevated risk
Landlord Climate
5.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.5%
Stable
Eviction process: Fast Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 54001

Population: 7,947

💰 Median Household Income
$80,556
This area
$80,556
State
$73,177
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
18.6%
This area
18.6%
State
22.0%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.5%
This area
2.5%
State
-1.8%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
24.2%
This area
24.2%
State
17.1%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
48.4 years
This area
48.4 years
State
35.3 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
24.2%
This area
24.2%
State
17.1%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 95.9%
Other/Mixed 2.5%
Black/African American 1.2%
Hispanic/Latino 1.1%
Asian 0.4%
👶 Under 18
19.0%
This area
19.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
23.3%
This area
23.3%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
3.7%
This area
3.7%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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🎓 Schools in 54001

A+ Avg School Grade
4 Schools
11.9:1 Avg Class Size
$18,399 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

A+ Excellent

Amery Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
300 Students
👨‍🏫
11.3:1 Class Size
💰
$18,399 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Lien Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 03 Elementary
👥
321 Students
👨‍🏫
11.8:1 Class Size
💰
$18,399 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Amery Intermediate

📚 03 – 05 Elementary
👥
275 Students
👨‍🏫
10.8:1 Class Size
💰
$18,399 Per Student
A+ Excellent

Amery High

📚 09 – 12 High School
👥
430 Students
👨‍🏫
13.6:1 Class Size
💰
$18,399 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of market is Amery, WI for investors?

Our data puts Amery, WI at 3.0/5 for investability. Home prices of $347K and rents around $1,107/mo create a solid backdrop for investor activity.

What strategy should investors use in Amery, WI?

Investors usually favor careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management in Amery, WI. With home values at $347K and rents near $1,107/mo, other strategies can work but produce measured rather than outsized returns.

How quickly do rentals get leased in Amery, WI?

Amery, WI carries elevated vacancy risk. Expect reliable absorption at market rents of $1,107/mo.

What is the tenant pool like in Amery, WI?

The tenant pool in Amery, WI is solid, supported by local employment and population fundamentals. Rents of $1,107/mo are well-absorbed by the market.

Are rents high in Amery, WI?

Amery, WI rentals go for roughly $1,107/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $347K acquisition costs.

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