Baileys Harbor, WI

Wisconsin

Baileys Harbor is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 280. Residents earn $71,800 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
280 Population 166/sq mi density
$71,800 Median Income $52,148 per capita
$351,400 Home Value $479,070 Zillow
$1,324 Median Rent 22.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$71,800 median income, 3.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$351,400 home value, $1,324/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,800
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $351,400
25% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.3%
43% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,324
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.3%
88% higher than US avg

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

People

Population280
Median Age59.2 yrs
Density166/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$71,800
Per Capita$52,148
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty23.3%
County GDP$2,000M
Commute15 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$351,400
Rent$1,324
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$479,070
Housing Units240
Rent Burden22.7%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking11.7%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+23.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute15 min
Broadband92.9%
EV Stations6
Libraries8

Is Baileys Harbor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baileys Harbor receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Baileys Harbor stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baileys Harbor is $71,800, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baileys Harbor is $351,400, 25% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,324 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Baileys Harbor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 61.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Baileys Harbor has a population of 280 with a density of 166 people per square mile. The median age is 59.2 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

280
Total Population
166
People / sq mi
59.2yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Baileys Harbor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baileys Harbor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baileys Harbor is $71,800, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Baileys Harbor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,800
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,148
Avg Weekly Wage$877
IRS Avg AGI$87,317

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.3%
88% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,422
County GDP$2,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants270
Healthcare67
Retail258
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,925
126% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Baileys Harbor is $351,400, 25% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,324 (14% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $479,070.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$351,400
25% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$479,070

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,324
14% above US avg
Rent Burden22.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.4%
Housing Units240
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,925
126% above US avg
Effective Rate2.26%
In Baileys Harbor, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Baileys Harbor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits72.2%
Premature Death5,837/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities67
Baileys Harbor has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall61.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density166/sq mi
Coordinates45.0671°N, 87.1355°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 48.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.2-point margin. 92.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.3%
D 50.6%

Winner: Democrat by 2.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.3%
43% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+23.2%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density166/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants270
Retail Stores258

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

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