Baldwin, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Baldwin is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 4,313. Residents earn $76,675 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
4,313 Population 1,327/sq mi density
$76,675 Median Income $38,452 per capita
$252,000 Home Value $334,748 Zillow
$1,212 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,675 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$252,000 home value, $1,212/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,675
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $252,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.5%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,212
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,313
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density1,327/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,675
Per Capita$38,452
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$1,545M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$252,000
Rent$1,212
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$334,748

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Elevation1,119 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.5%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute25 min
EV Stations3
Libraries5

Is Baldwin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baldwin receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Baldwin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baldwin is $76,675, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baldwin is $252,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,212 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Baldwin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.0 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Baldwin has a population of 4,313 with a density of 1,327 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

4,313
Total Population
1,327
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Baldwin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baldwin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baldwin is $76,675, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Baldwin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,675
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,452
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$86,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare78
Retail97
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Baldwin is $252,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,212 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $334,748.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,000
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$334,748
Median List Price$369,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$369,900
$/Sq Ft$176
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio99.8%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,212
4% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Baldwin, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate73.9%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Baldwin has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.6°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall43.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density1,327/sq mi
Coordinates44.9544°N, 92.3715°W
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.5%
11% above US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,327/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home14.6%

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