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Bancroft, WI

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Bancroft is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 623. Residents earn $75,724 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
623 Population 122/sq mi density
$75,724 Median Income $27,059 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $245,890 Zillow
$767 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$75,724 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $767/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,724
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $767
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population623
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,724
Per Capita$27,059
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$767
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,890
Housing Units220
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking13.7%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,095 ft (334 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+78.8%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute21 min
Broadband94.4%
Libraries5

Is Bancroft a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bancroft receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Bancroft offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bancroft is $75,724, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bancroft is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $767 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bancroft has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 16°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 34.3 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bancroft has a population of 623 with a density of 122 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.4%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

623
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bancroft vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.9%
17% below US avg
Spanish35.1%
162% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bancroft vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bancroft is $75,724, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Bancroft vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,724
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,059
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$75,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$5,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare230
Retail206
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bancroft is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $767 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,890.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,890

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$767
34% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.8%
Housing Units220
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate5.55%
In Bancroft, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.3%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,202
Dentists1:1,360
Mental Health1:602
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits65.9%
Premature Death5,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities230
Bancroft has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.3 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.3 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,095 ft (334 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates44.3086°N, 89.5062°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.2-point margin. 94.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.6%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+78.8%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density122/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities230
Restaurants217
Retail Stores206

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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