Bagley, WI

Wisconsin

Bagley is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 345. Residents earn $50,139 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
345 Population 466/sq mi density
$50,139 Median Income $36,125 per capita
$115,200 Home Value $143,245 Zillow
$808 Median Rent 16.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,139 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,200 home value, $808/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,139
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $808
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population345
Median Age53.4 yrs
Density466/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,139
Per Capita$36,125
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$1,177M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,200
Rent$808
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$143,245
Housing Units363
Rent Burden16.5%

Health

Obesity43.9%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking18.3%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation632 ft (193 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute34 min
Broadband91.7%
Libraries9

Is Bagley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bagley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bagley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bagley is $50,139, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bagley is $115,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $808 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.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bagley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.3 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bagley has a population of 345 with a density of 466 people per square mile. The median age is 53.4 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

345
Total Population
466
People / sq mi
53.4yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bagley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bagley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bagley is $50,139, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Bagley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,139
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,125
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$70,538

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)614
County GDP$1,177M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare50
Retail88
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,527
1% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.5 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bagley is $115,200, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $808 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,245.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,200
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,245

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$808
31% below US avg
Rent Burden16.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.1%
Housing Units363
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,527
1% above US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Bagley, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 32.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity32.9%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death6,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access61.0%
Healthcare Facilities50
Bagley has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall34.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation632 ft (193 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density466/sq mi
Coordinates42.9013°N, 91.0954°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.5-point margin. 91.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 34.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density466/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants53
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.5 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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