Albany, WI

Wisconsin · Green County · Madison Metro

Albany is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,065. Residents earn $71,875 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0

B Good

1,065 Population 839/sq mi density

$71,875 Median Income $35,788 per capita

$166,800 Home Value $335,807 Zillow

$864 Median Rent 20.4% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

101 Violent Crime/100K 905 property/100K

Overall

3.2 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.3 / 5.0

$71,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$166,800 home value, $864/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

101 violent crimes/100K (74% below avg)

Education

2.3 / 5.0

16.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $71,875

4% lower than US avg

Home Value $166,800

41% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 101/100K

74% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.5%

51% lower than US avg

Median Rent $864

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.2%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.3%

41% lower than US avg

How Albany Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,065

Median Age39.3 yrs

Density839/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans4.1%

Economy

Median Income$71,875

Per Capita$35,788

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty7.3%

County GDP$2,497M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$166,800

Rent$864

Ownership59.7%

Zillow$335,807

Housing Units470

Rent Burden20.4%

Crime

Violent101/100K

Property905/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault101/100K

Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%

Uninsured7.1%

Smoking13.4%

Depression24.8%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain38.3 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation807 ft (246 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.5%

High School+91.3%

Graduate+6.8%

School Score6.21

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%

Commute29 min

Broadband82.5%

EV Stations2

Libraries5

Is Albany a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Albany receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Albany offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Albany is $71,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Albany is $166,800, 41% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Albany is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 905 per 100,000, 54% below the national average.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Albany experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 37.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Albany has a population of 1,065 with a density of 839 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 44.2% female and 55.8% male. The city is predominantly White (96.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.8% of residents. 4.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 91.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,065

Total Population

839

People / sq mi

39.3yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%

Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Albany vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.8%

27% above US avg

Spanish 0.2%

99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Albany vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Albany is $71,875, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,788. The average weekly wage is $989, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,156 business establishments, including 102 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 1.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Albany vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$71,875
	4% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,788
Avg Weekly Wage	$989
IRS Avg AGI	$74,781
Gini Index	0.415 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.3%
	41% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,156
County GDP	$2,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants	102
Healthcare	81
Retail	143
Manufacturing	76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,464
	85% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.1 min
Drive Alone	91.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Albany is $166,800, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $335,807, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 59.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 470 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $6,464 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 20.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$166,800
	41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$335,807
Median List Price	$425,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$425,000
$/Sq Ft	$33
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$864
	26% below US avg
Rent Burden	20.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$797
1 Bedroom	$872
2 Bedrooms	$1,097
3 Bedrooms	$1,405
4 Bedrooms	$1,572

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	59.7%
Owner-Occupied	59.7%
Renter-Occupied	40.3%
Housing Units	470
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,464
	85% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.88%

In Albany, 39.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.4% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 28.9% have high blood pressure. 13.4% are current smokers. 21.7% report binge drinking. 23.7% are physically inactive. 24.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.8% experience frequent mental distress. 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,370. The dentist ratio is 1:1,938. 67.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Albany vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.2%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	8.4%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	28.9%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	5.3%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.4%
	4% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.7%
Physical Inactivity	23.7%
Depression	24.8%
Mental Distress	16.8%
Physical Distress	11.6%
Short Sleep	33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.1%
Uninsured	7.1%
	17% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,370
Dentists	1:1,938
Mental Health	1:660
Checkup Rate	74.2%
Dental Visits	69.6%
Premature Death	5,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.2/10
Exercise Access	67.1%
Healthcare Facilities	81

Albany has a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents, 74% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 100.6 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 905 per 100,000, 54% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 805, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 101 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Albany receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Albany vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	100.6/100K
	74% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	100.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	905.4/100K
	54% below US avg
Burglary	0.0/100K
Theft	804.8/100K
Vehicle Theft	100.6/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Albany experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. The area receives 37.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 807 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	47.2°F
	13% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	807 ft (246 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density	839/sq mi
Coordinates	42.7071°N, 89.4369°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Green County County
Nearest Airport	Southern Wisconsin Regional (JVL) 21 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.3"

1% above US avg

Snowfall 37.3"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.13"

Driest Month (Jan) 1.18"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	46.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability	17.8 / 100
Community Resilience	81.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 15, 2024.

Jun 28, 2004	12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois	M4.2	146 km
Feb 10, 2010	2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois	M3.8	113 km
Sep 2, 1999	8 km W of Amboy, Illinois	M3.5	110 km
Jul 15, 2024	2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois	M3.1	132 km
Mar 25, 2015	3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois	M2.9	105 km
Jun 10, 2013	4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois	M2.6	110 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

539 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 47 fatalities, 1,040 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 7, 1984	EF5	53 km	9
Apr 9, 2015	EF4	96 km	2
Apr 27, 1984	EF4	92 km	1
Jul 3, 1983	EF4	64 km	0
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	69 km	24
Sep 26, 1951	EF4	86 km	1
Jun 16, 2014	EF3	34 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	61 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	92 km	0
Aug 18, 2005	EF3	24 km	1
Jun 17, 1992	EF3	21 km	0
May 8, 1988	EF3	66 km	0
Jun 8, 1984	EF3	84 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	72 km	0
Apr 7, 1980	EF3	94 km	0
Aug 5, 1979	EF3	77 km	0
Jun 4, 1975	EF3	61 km	0
Aug 2, 1967	EF3	47 km	2
Apr 16, 1967	EF3	45 km	0
Jan 24, 1967	EF3	88 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: 2018 BADGER RX BURNS (659 ac, 2018).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2018	2018 BADGER RX BURNS	659	78 km
2019	2019 BADGER RX BURNS	627	78 km
2024	RX-HWY Y - SOUTH	553	63 km
2009	COLD SPRINGS	552	16 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	19°F (-7°C)	1.2 in	Coldest, Driest
February	22°F (-6°C)	1.2 in
March	33°F (1°C)	2.2 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.2 in
May	58°F (14°C)	3.5 in
June	67°F (19°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
July	72°F (22°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	69°F (21°C)	4.1 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.7 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.6 in
November	36°F (2°C)	2.3 in
December	23°F (-5°C)	1.8 in

Albany has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 19°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.2").

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Albany is located in Green County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 16.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 51% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 49.5% of the vote, a 0.3-point margin. 82.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 81 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 91.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%

D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 0.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	3
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	16.5%
	51% below US avg
High School+	91.3%
Graduate Degree+	6.8%
School Test Score	6.21

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	839/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi
County	Green County County

Services

Broadband Access	82.5%
Avg Download Speed	72.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	10.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	81
Restaurants	102
Retail Stores	143

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.1 min
Drive Alone	91.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.9%

Average costs for common services in Albany. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$909
Toddler	$823
Preschool	$823
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$650
Preschool	$650

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Green County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	4,115	73	$61,592	3.22
Retail Trade	2,391	118	$41,181	1.54
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,840	195	$63,191	0.83
Accommodation & Food Services	1,085	92	$18,859	0.77
Wholesale Trade	694	66	$58,852	1.13
Construction	525	124	$61,889	0.64
Professional & Technical Services	411	60	$71,264	0.38
Other Services	410	82	$37,572	0.88
Finance & Insurance	387	58	$63,272	0.61
Information & Technology	382	15	$45,919	1.31
Real Estate	66	30	$38,434	0.27
Arts & Entertainment	65	10	$21,121	0.25
Educational Services	34	8	$18,296	0.11

Schools in Albany

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Albany Elementary	Elementary	119	15	7.9:1
Albany High	High	80	12	6.7:1
Albany Community Middle	Middle	72	7	10.3:1

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Radio Stations near Albany

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Wisconsin Public Radio: NPR News & Music Network	—	MP3 128 kbps
Wisconsin Public Radio: The Ideas Network	—	MP3 64 kbps
The Big 1070	sports	AAC
89.9FM WORT	—	MP3 192 kbps
WXXQ Q98.5 FM - Rockford, IL	"rockfords country q98.5", country	MP3 64 kbps
W270CW Iron Country 101.9 FM & WGEZ 1490 AM - Beloit,WI	classic country	AAC+ 32 kbps
WCLO 1230 AM - Janesville, WI	talk	AAC+ 32 kbps
WLHA	—	MP3 128 kbps
WORT 89.9	—	MP3 192 kbps
WPR News	—	MP3 64 kbps
WORT Community Radio	—	MP3 192 kbps
WJJO Solid Rock 94.1 JJO	—	MP3 96 kbps
WXXM "Rewind 92.1" Sun Prairie, WI	adult hits, classic hits	AAC 24 kbps

National Parks Near Albany

36 national parks and monuments found near Albany.

Park	Type	Fee
Aztalan State Park	State Park	Free
Baraboo Hills Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Bellevue State Park	State Park	Free
Belmont Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Blue Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Capital Springs Centennial State Park And Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Castle Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr	State Park	Free
Cross Plains State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Devils Lake State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Glacial Drumlin State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access	State Park	Free
Governor Dodge State Park	State Park	Free
Governor Nelson State Park	State Park	Free
Hillsboro State Trail	State Park	Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Sd	State Park	Free
Lake Kegonsa State Park	State Park	Free
Lowden State Park	State Park	Free
Military Ridge State Trail	State Park	Free
Mirror Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Mound View State Trail	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New Glarus Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Ottawa Siata	State Park	Free
Pecatonica State Trail	State Park	Free
Rock Cut State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Arbor State Park	State Park	Free
Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Sugar River State Trail	State Park	Free
The 400 State Trail	State Park	Free
Tower Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Whitewater State Park	State Park	Free
Wild Goose State Trail	State Park	Free
Yellowstone Lake State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Albany

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ALDO LEOPOLD NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		6082210404	$1,286,300
TURNER HALL OF MONROE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6083253461	$281,709
GREEN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1617 9TH ST		$176,878
SWISS CENTER OF NORTH AMERICA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6085276565	$82,677
OREGON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6088358961	$66,986
NEW GLARUS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6085272317	$55,317
HISTORIC CHEESEMAKING CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6083254636	$53,110
MONTICELLO AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6089384216	$10,314
ALBANY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6088623423
BELLEVILLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
BRODHEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1108 1ST CENTER AVENUE	6088974150
BROOKLYN AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHALET OF GOLDEN FLEECE	GENERAL MUSEUM		6085272614
GAP CHURCH MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GREEN COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	MONROE	6083252326
HISTORIC COOKSVILLE TRUST	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6088735066
LUTHER VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MAZOMANIE HISTORIC ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM
NEW GLARUS DEPOT PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORWEGIAN SETTLEMENT CHURCH MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
STOUGHTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	324 S PAGE STREET	6088734797
WISCONSIN UNION ART GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM		6082625969

Libraries in Albany

Name	Address	Annual Visits
OREGON PUBLIC LIBRARY	256 BROOK ST.	195,236
STOUGHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	304 S. 4TH ST.	144,647
MONROE PUBLIC LIBRARY	925 16TH AVE.	135,774
EAGER FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	39 W. MAIN ST.	53,313
BRODHEAD MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY	1207 25TH ST.	53,236
BELLEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	130 S. VINE ST.	46,998
NEW GLARUS PUBLIC LIBRARY	319 2ND ST.	34,421
ALBERTSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	200 N. WATER ST.	24,777
MONTICELLO PUBLIC LIBRARY	512 E. LAKE AVE.	14,786
ORFORDVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	519 E. BELOIT ST.	14,758

Farmers Markets in Albany

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Brooklyn Farmers Market	Brooklyn Community Building
Evansville Farmers Market	102 Maple St.	May to October	Sat:9:00 AM - 1:00 PM;		Visit
Mandt Marketplace	811 Fourth Streert	04/28/2013 to 09/22/2013	Sun: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM;	Yes
Monroe Farmers Market	10th St and 16th Ave	05/02/2018 to 10/20/2018	Wed: 12:00 PM-4:30 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
New Glarus Farmers Market	1101 Hwy 69	05/10/2019 to 10/18/2019	Fri: 3:00 PM-6:30 PM;
Orangeville Farmers Market	Richland /creek Trailhead W. High St
OREGON FARMERS MARKET	787 N Main St.
Orfordville Farmers' Market	303 E. Beloit Street	06/07/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Stoughton Farmers Market	1050 W. Main Street
SUGAR RIVER FARMERS MARKET

Restaurants in Albany

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edgewater Cafe

Franklin Grove

Gabriella's Restaurant

Sugar River General Store

Sugar River Inn

Clinics in Albany

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Monroe Clinic - Albany Branch

Gas Stations in Albany

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cenex

Mobil

Banks in Albany

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Town Bank

Breweries in Albany

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Borland's	bar & grill restaurants, Bars, food and drink, Restaurants, drinking, Beer Taverns & Pubs, breweries	119 W Main St	6084243013
Clayt's Corner Bar	cocktail lounge restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounges, Restaurant, food and drink,	120 N Water St	6088623010
Cully's Cocktail Lounge	bar & grill restaurants, Cocktail Lounges, cocktail lounges, Cocktail Lounges & Bars, Beer Taverns &	210 S Water St	6082059888	Visit
Knute's Bar & Grill	Restaurant, Caterers, Banquet Rooms, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Restaurants, Bar, Catering, Ev	206 E Beloit St	6088792011	Visit
Lucky's Farm Tavern	cocktail lounge restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, Bars, cocktail lounges, food and drink, Restau	135 N Main St	6089384004
Minhas Craft Brewery	Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Gift Shop, Beer & Ale, Brewery, Brewery and Gift Shop, Taverns	1208 14th Ave	6083253191, 6083294244, 8002337205	Visit
New Glarus Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	2400 State Highway 69	6085275850
Union Tavern	cocktail lounge restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounges, Restaurant, breweries & brew	10430 N Us Highway 14	6088829931

Cell Towers in Albany

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
16326 WEST C.R. (112711)	LTOWER	61
816 30th St. (WI14341-B)	TOWER	61
State HWY 39	TOWER	58
8418 SOUTH NELSON ROAD (79568)	LTOWER	57
4177 OLD STAGE ROAD (82736)	LTOWER	56
8108 North Riley Road (66598)	MTOWER	56
1425 SAYLES TRAIL (64273)	MTOWER	56
3919 W. ORFORDVILLE-HANOVER RD (79570)	MTOWER	48

Fire Stations in Albany

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Albany Community Volunteer Fire Department	205 N Mechanic ST	Volunteer			608-862-3919

Bridges in Albany

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1995	164	3,800	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1993	72	3,000	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2013	123	1,313	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1967	187	750	F
Slab	Concrete	1994	34	630	G
Culvert	Steel	2009	26	538	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2023	175	470	G
Slab	Concrete	1963	33	450	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1939	24	158	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1984	85	147	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1982	199	105	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1977	92	105	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1977	73	105	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1954	50	105	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1962	22	105	P

Airports Near Albany

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Chicago Rockford International Airport	RFD	Medium Airport
Dane County Regional Truax Field	MSN	Medium Airport
Al's Airway Airport	—	Small Airport
Albany Airport	—	Small Airport
Albertus Airport	FEP	Small Airport
Ames Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Atkins Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
BAKER'S ACRES AIRSTRIP	—	Small Airport
Barten Airport	—	Small Airport
Beloit Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Airfield	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Farms Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Block Airport	—	Small Airport
Bob Walberg Field	—	Small Airport
Bountiful Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Brodhead Airport	—	Small Airport
Bud Pierce Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Cardinal Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Carlson Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Chester Wyss Airport	—	Small Airport
Christie Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Clover Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Compass Rose Airport	—	Small Airport
Cottonwood Airport	—	Small Airport
Dane Airport	—	Small Airport
Darlington Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Darrington Airport	—	Small Airport
Del Monte Airport	—	Small Airport
Der Schwarzwald Airport	—	Small Airport
Digger Doug Airport	—	Small Airport
Docken Field	—	Small Airport
Dodge County Airport	UNU	Small Airport
Early-Merkel Field	—	Small Airport
Eberle Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Elert Airport	—	Small Airport
Ellis Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying H Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Z Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Forseth Field	—	Small Airport
Fort Atkinson Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Foster Field	—	Small Airport
Fountain Prairie Airport	—	Small Airport
Foxfield Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Freeport/Dornink Airport	—	Small Airport
Gentry Airport	—	Small Airport
Gerbick Airport	—	Small Airport
Giblin Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Gilbert Field	—	Small Airport
Gutzmer's Twin Oaks Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Albany

6 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Albany Police Department	206 North Water Street
Brooklyn Police Department
Green County Sheriff's Department	2827 Sixth Street
Monroe Police Department	1811 12th Street
New Glarus Police Department	313 2nd Street
Stoughton Police Department

Grocery Stores in Albany

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 16028	Other	614 S Mechanic St

Treatment Centers in Albany

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Monroe Clinic	Mental Health	608-324-2000
Stoughton Hospital Association	Both	608-873-6611

DOL Wage Violations in Albany

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $21,533 in back wages owed to 31 employees.

Violations

$21,533

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Valley Park, LLC	—	—	53502	—	1	$21,533	$695	31

Churches & Religious Organizations in Albany

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
GAP CHURCH MUSEUM INCORPORATED	HWY 59
HILLTOP COMMUNITY CHURCH INC	101 S JACKSON ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Albany

What is the population of Albany?

Albany has a population of 1,065 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 839 people per square mile, spread across 1.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.3 years. The population is 44.2% female and 55.8% male.

Is Albany expensive to live in?

Albany is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $71,875, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,800 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Albany safe?

Albany is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 905 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Albany receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Albany?

Albany has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches, with 37.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Albany?

The job market in Albany is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $989. There are 1,156 business establishments in the area, including 102 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 1.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Albany?

The median home value in Albany is $166,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $335,807. For renters, the median monthly rent is $864. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.7%. The average annual property tax is $6,464.

How are the schools in Albany?

Schools in Albany score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 16.5% of adults in Albany hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Albany?

The obesity rate in Albany is 39.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.4% of adults are smokers. 23.7% are physically inactive. 24.8% of residents report depression. 7.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 67.1% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,370.

What is transportation like in Albany?

The average commute in Albany is 29 minutes. 91.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Albany?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Albany is 96.2% White, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 99.8% of residents speak only English at home. 4.1% of the population are military veterans. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 91.1% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Brodhead, WI 3,205 pop · 7.0 mi Monticello, WI 1,186 pop · 8.2 mi Evansville, WI 5,771 pop · 8.7 mi Brooklyn, WI 1,457 pop · 10.3 mi Orfordville, WI 1,567 pop · 10.6 mi Belleville, WI 2,628 pop · 12.0 mi New Glarus, WI 2,276 pop · 12.4 mi Monroe, WI 10,568 pop · 12.5 mi Oregon, WI 11,384 pop · 15.3 mi Lake Summerset, IL 2,240 pop · 17.6 mi Stoughton, WI 13,063 pop · 18.5 mi Fitchburg, WI 31,566 pop · 19.3 mi Durand, IL 1,485 pop · 19.7 mi Verona, WI 14,499 pop · 20.2 mi

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