Median Income
$68,571
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$72,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.1%
83% lower than US avg
How Badger Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population164
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density155/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
B+
Median Income$68,571
Per Capita$23,779
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$425M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$72,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain26.2 in/yr
Elevation1,722 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+87.6%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute23 min
Broadband51.0%
Is Badger a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Badger receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Badger offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Badger is $68,571, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Badger is $72,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Badger has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Badger has a population of 164 with a density of 155 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).
Population
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Badger is $68,571, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,571 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,779 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,068 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,032 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.4% |
| 78% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.1% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 279 |
| County GDP | $425M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 10 |
| Healthcare | 9 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,783 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.64% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.7 min |
| Work from Home | 16.9% |
The median home value in Badger is $72,000, 74% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $72,000 |
| 74% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,783 |
| 37% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.64% |
In Badger, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Badger vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.6% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,695/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 22.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 9 |
Crime Rates: Badger vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Badger has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
15°F Jan (-10°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below US avg |
| January Average | 15°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 26.2 inches |
| 31% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,722 ft (525 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 155/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4855°N, 97.2079°W |
| County FIPS | 46057 |