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Babcock, WI

Wisconsin

Babcock is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 88. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
88 Population 28/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $26,764 per capita
$58,100 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,100 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,100
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population88
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density28/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$26,764
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$5,263M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units46
Rent Burden25.9%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking16.2%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+81.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute37 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries6

Is Babcock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Babcock receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Babcock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Babcock is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Babcock is $58,100, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Babcock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 47.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Babcock has a population of 88 with a density of 28 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

88
Total Population
28
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Babcock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Babcock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Babcock is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Babcock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,764
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$69,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,131
County GDP$5,263M

Business (County)

Restaurants181
Healthcare234
Retail240
Manufacturing115

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.7 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Babcock is $58,100, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,100
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.6%
Housing Units46
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,252
50% above US avg
Effective Rate9.04%
In Babcock, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.3%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:726
Dentists1:1,138
Mental Health1:503
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death7,716/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities234
Babcock has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall47.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density28/sq mi
Coordinates44.3044°N, 90.1076°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.9-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 19.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+81.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density28/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants181
Retail Stores240

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.7 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

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