Bangor, WI

Wisconsin · Monroe County

Bangor is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,409. Residents earn $74,271 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0

B+ Good

1,409 Population 839/sq mi density

$74,271 Median Income $38,878 per capita

$211,900 Home Value $319,431 Zillow

$884 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent

45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

B+

Overall

3.8 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.5 / 5.0

$74,271 median income, 1.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$211,900 home value, $884/mo rent

C+

Safety

2.5 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

Education

3.3 / 5.0

28.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $74,271

1% lower than US avg

Home Value $211,900

25% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 28.6%

15% lower than US avg

Median Rent $884

24% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.7%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.4%

61% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.5%

56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,409

Median Age38.1 yrs

Density839/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans11.4%

Economy

A+

Median Income$74,271

Per Capita$38,878

Unemployment1.4%

Poverty5.5%

County GDP$3,006M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$211,900

Rent$884

Ownership68.1%

Zillow$319,431

Housing Units575

Rent Burden26.9%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property136/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary68/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%

Uninsured6.9%

Smoking14.1%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain35.6 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation729 ft (222 m)

Education

Bachelor's+28.6%

High School+96.8%

Graduate+6.4%

School Score5.38

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%

Commute22 min

Broadband84.8%

EV Stations3

Libraries6

Is Bangor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bangor receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bangor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bangor is $74,271, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bangor is $211,900, 25% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $884 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Bangor is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 136 per 100,000, 93% below the national average.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bangor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bangor has a population of 1,409 with a density of 839 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (97.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 11.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 98.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,409

Total Population

839

People / sq mi

38.1yrs

Median Age

2% below US avg

1.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%

Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bangor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.1%

25% above US avg

Spanish 1.9%

86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bangor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bangor is $74,271, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,878. The average weekly wage is $1,035, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,335 business establishments, including 124 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bangor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$74,271
	1% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,878
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,035
IRS Avg AGI	$65,112
Gini Index	0.408 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.4%
	61% below US avg
Poverty Rate	5.5%
	56% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,335
County GDP	$3,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants	124
Healthcare	92
Retail	135
Manufacturing	58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,984
	42% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.6 min
Drive Alone	78.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bangor is $211,900, 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $319,431, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 101.5% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $884 (24% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 68.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 575 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $4,984 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$211,900
	25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$319,431
Median List Price	$344,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$344,900
$/Sq Ft	$164
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	101.5%
Price Drops	50.0%
Inventory	2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$884
	24% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	68.1%
Owner-Occupied	68.1%
Renter-Occupied	31.9%
Housing Units	575
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,984
	42% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.35%

In Bangor, 38.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 27.5% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 21.9% report binge drinking. 24.5% are physically inactive. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.3% experience frequent mental distress. 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,593. The dentist ratio is 1:1,537. 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.7%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	8.7%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	27.5%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	5.3%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.1%
	1% above US avg
Binge Drinking	21.9%
Physical Inactivity	24.5%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	17.3%
Physical Distress	12.0%
Short Sleep	33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.6%
Uninsured	6.9%
	20% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,593
Dentists	1:1,537
Mental Health	1:398
Checkup Rate	76.9%
Dental Visits	70.3%
Premature Death	7,458/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	59.5%
Healthcare Facilities	92

Bangor has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 136 per 100,000, 93% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 68, burglary at 68, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bangor receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	136.2/100K
	93% below US avg
Burglary	68.1/100K
Theft	68.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

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Bangor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 729 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	44.6°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	15°F (-9°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	729 ft (222 m)
Area	1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density	839/sq mi
Coordinates	43.8937°N, 90.9934°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Monroe County County
Nearest Airport	La Crosse Regional (LSE) 13 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.6"

6% below US avg

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.21"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.87"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	7.9 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	78.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	75.7 / 100
Community Resilience	65.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Very Low
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

273 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 202 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 4, 1958	EF4	100 km	4
Apr 19, 1957	EF4	65 km	1
Aug 7, 2021	EF3	88 km	0
Aug 27, 1994	EF3	89 km	2
Aug 27, 1994	EF3	91 km	2
Jul 3, 1983	EF3	65 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	31 km	0
May 5, 1965	EF3	93 km	0
Sep 3, 1964	EF3	83 km	0
May 26, 1959	EF3	36 km	0
Apr 19, 1957	EF3	49 km	0
Jun 15, 2022	EF2	38 km	0
Dec 15, 2021	EF2	71 km	0
Dec 15, 2021	EF2	85 km	0
Dec 15, 2021	EF2	70 km	0
Aug 23, 2011	EF2	98 km	0
May 22, 2011	EF2	38 km	0
May 22, 2011	EF2	41 km	0
Apr 10, 2011	EF2	84 km	0
Aug 18, 2005	EF2	45 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BIG BURN (3,154 ac, 1987).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1987	BIG BURN	3,154	72 km
2024	2024 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX	2,717	82 km
1994	BIG BURN	2,248	72 km
2023	2023 RX	1,992	82 km
1997	BIG BURN	1,642	72 km
2004	POOL ONE NORTH	1,576	69 km
1998	UNNAMED	1,297	73 km
2021	2021 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX	987	81 km
2007	BEAVER CUTOFF	982	85 km
2007	UNNAMED	981	67 km
2003	UNNAMED	901	70 km
1998	PR 17	896	69 km
2007	UNNAMED	875	71 km
2009	UNNAMED	867	68 km
2007	PR 16	778	71 km
2006	PR 17 RX FIRE	701	73 km
2005	UNNAMED	657	69 km
2003	PR 17	632	73 km
2009	UNNAMED	589	69 km
2004	UNNAMED	580	71 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	15°F (-9°C)	0.9 in	Coldest
February	20°F (-7°C)	0.9 in	Driest
March	31°F (-0°C)	1.9 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.1 in
May	58°F (14°C)	3.5 in
June	67°F (19°C)	3.9 in
July	71°F (22°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	69°F (21°C)	4.2 in	Wettest
September	61°F (16°C)	4.0 in
October	49°F (10°C)	2.3 in
November	34°F (1°C)	2.0 in
December	21°F (-6°C)	1.3 in

Bangor has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 15°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (0.9").

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Bangor is located in Monroe County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 28.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 15% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.5% of the vote, a 26.1-point margin. 84.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 92 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%

D 36.3%

Winner: Republican by 26.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	28.6%
	15% below US avg
High School+	96.8%
Graduate Degree+	6.4%
School Test Score	5.38

B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	839/sq mi
Total Area	1.7 sq mi
County	Monroe County County

Services

Broadband Access	84.8%
Avg Download Speed	69.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	15.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	5
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	92
Restaurants	124
Retail Stores	135

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.6 min
Drive Alone	78.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	11.6%

Average costs for common services in Bangor. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$909
Toddler	$823
Preschool	$823
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$650
Preschool	$650

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Monroe County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	4,052	61	$58,031	2.30
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,370	296	$52,215	0.77
Retail Trade	2,164	122	$30,804	1.01
Transportation & Warehousing	2,098	70	$64,913	2.31
Accommodation & Food Services	1,635	129	$19,899	0.84
Construction	724	118	$71,185	0.64
Wholesale Trade	506	48	$64,016	0.60
Agriculture & Forestry	464	63	$47,164	2.67
Other Services	374	70	$36,256	0.58
Professional & Technical Services	366	68	$63,714	0.25
Mining & Oil/Gas	334	5	$89,695	4.12
Finance & Insurance	316	54	$67,528	0.36
Arts & Entertainment	66	10	$19,373	0.18
Information & Technology	66	11	$57,422	0.16
Real Estate	60	34	$31,942	0.18
Utilities	58	5	$108,368	0.71
Educational Services	24	6	$58,029	0.05

Schools in Bangor

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Bangor Middle/High	High	346	28	12.4:1
Bangor Elementary	Elementary	293	24	12.2:1

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Radio Stations near Bangor

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Bangor

1 campgrounds found near Bangor.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
BLACKHAWK PARK	4.5/5	78	$18–$40

National Parks Near Bangor

22 national parks and monuments found near Bangor.

Park	Type	Fee
Beaver Creek Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Buckhorn State Park	State Park	Free
Buffalo River State Trail	State Park	Free
Chippewa River State Trail	State Park	Free
Effigy Mounds National Monument	National Monument	Free
Elroy-Sparta State Trail	State Park	Free
Governor Dodge State Park	State Park	Free
Great River Bluffs State Park	State Park	Free
Great River State Trail	State Park	Free
Hillsboro State Trail	State Park	Free
John A. Latsch State Park	State Park	Free
La Crosse River State Trail	State Park	Free
Merrick State Park	State Park	Free
Mill Bluff State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Perrot State Park	State Park	Free
Pikes Peak State Park	State Park	Free
Red Cedar State Trail	State Park	Free
Ridgewood Area	State Park	Free
The 400 State Trail	State Park	Free
Tower Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Wildcat Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Wyalusing State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Bangor

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
NORSKEDALEN NATURE AND HERITAGE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	N455 O OPHUS ROAD	6084523424	$475,095
DEKE SLAYTON MEMORIAL SPACE & BICYCLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$70,072
MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$47,342
BANGOR AND AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1525 COMMERCIAL STREET
FORT MCCOY HISTORICAL HOLDING	GENERAL MUSEUM	100 EAST HEADQUATERS ROAD	6083884209
LITTLE FALLS RAILROAD AND DOLL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6082723266
ONALASKA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6087818342
RENAISSANCE CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-LACROSSE PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
WEST SALEM HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6087861399
WESTBY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	111 BEKKEDAL AVENUE	6086344120
WESTERN WISCONSIN AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Bangor

Name	Address	Annual Visits
SPARTA FREE LIBRARY	124 W. MAIN ST.	60,357
BEKKUM MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY	206 N. MAIN ST.	34,084
KNUTSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	500 CENTRAL AVE.	7,770
CASHTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	720 BROADWAY ST.	7,018

Farmers Markets in Bangor

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cameron Park Farmers Market	King Street, between 4th St and 5th Ave	05/05/2017 to 10/28/2017	Fri: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Festival Foods Farmers Market - Marshfield	Parking lot				Visit
Festival Foods Onalaska Farmers Market	Crossing Meadows Drive
HCCC Farmers Market	HMONG CULTURAL & COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING LOT
Sparta Farmer Market	Downtown Main St	05/17/2014 to 10/18/2014	Wed: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes
Sparta Wisconsin Farmers Market	West Main St	05/17/2014 to 10/18/2014	Wed: 2:30 PM-;Sat: 8:00 AM-;
West Salem Farmers Market	Jefferson & Mill Streets

Breweries in Bangor

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Frog Town Inn	Bars, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Hotels & Motels, Bed & Breakfast & Inns, Taverns, Bar & Gr	407 Central Dr	6086545779
Lynda Lou's Llc	Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Beer Taverns & Pubs, Pub Food, Pizza, Taverns, Bar	214 S Water St	6082699933
Pearl St Brewery	Brewers, Wineries	1401 Saint Andrew St	6087844832	Visit
Teddy Bears	La Crosse, Venues, Bar, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants	1101 Saint Andrew St	6087962991	Visit

Cell Towers in Bangor

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
699 Highland Rd (Westby DT - 196425399)	TOWER	81
LACROSSE NE SITE: W4226 COUNTY HIGHWAY T	TOWER	66
SOUTH LA CROSSE CELL SITE	TOWER	61
311 SOUTH COURT STREET	TOWER	51
Bangor Cell Site	TOWER	42

Fire Stations in Bangor

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Bangor-Burns Fire Department	PO Box 379	Volunteer			608-386-9868

Bridges in Bangor

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1968	241	13,650	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1968	241	13,650	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1968	103	13,650	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1968	103	13,650	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1995	99	5,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	2008	21	5,000	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1941	27	4,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1970	68	4,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1952	112	2,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1938	243	1,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1952	103	1,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2016	54	1,600	G
Slab	Concrete	1990	28	1,600	F
Culvert	Concrete	1998	29	600	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete	2013	23	428	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1978	68	394	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1968	192	330	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1978	64	214	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1980	67	129	G
Slab	Concrete	1986	44	46	G
Slab	Concrete	1987	29	45	G
Slab	Concrete	1986	62	40	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1968	192	40	G
Slab	Concrete	1991	66	30	G
Slab	Concrete	1987	48	20	G
Slab	Concrete	1998	47	10	G

Amtrak Stations in Bangor

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
La Crosse, WI	521 East Avenue N	BUS
Sparta, WI	711 Avon Road	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Bangor

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
SPARTA MFG CO INC	445 HOLTAN ST	MONROE

Airports Near Bangor

35 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
La Crosse Regional Airport	LSE	Medium Airport
Volk Field	VOK	Medium Airport
Black River Falls Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Blair Airport	—	Small Airport
Bloyer Field	—	Small Airport
Boscobel Airport	—	Small Airport
Brion Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Cran Bog N Airport	—	Small Airport
Cunningham Airport	—	Small Airport
Decorah Municipal Airport	DEH	Small Airport
Deters Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Elroy Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Holland Air Park	—	Small Airport
Houston County Airport	—	Small Airport
Independence Airport	—	Small Airport
Leeward Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Lewis Airport	—	Small Airport
Log Cabin Airport	—	Small Airport
Neillsville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Northwood Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Parkway Farm Strip	—	Small Airport
Pisha Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Richland Airport	—	Small Airport
S & S Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Schubert Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Sky Hollow Airport	—	Small Airport
Sparta Fort McCoy Airport	CMY	Small Airport
Springhill Field Airport	—	Small Airport
The Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Turkey Bluff Airport	—	Small Airport
Viroqua Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Waukon Municipal Airport	UKN	Small Airport
Winona Municipal Airport Max Conrad Field	ONA	Small Airport
Woodland Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Young Tactical Landing Site Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Bangor

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
City of Sparta Police Department	711 Pine Street
Onalaska Police Department

Grocery Stores in Bangor

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Hansen's IGA - Bangor 1	Super Store	1800 Commercial St

Treatment Centers in Bangor

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
AMS of Wisconsin LLC	Substance Abuse	608-783-0506 x106
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Ctr Inc - Behavioral Health Department	Both	608-775-8974
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Ctr Inc - Behavioral Health Department	Both	608-269-6731
Mayo Clinic Health System - Onalaska	Both	608-392-9555
Mayo Clinic Health System - Psychiatry Psychology Department	Both	608-392-9555
Mayo Clinic Health System - Sparta Clinic	Both	608-392-9555

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bangor

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BELLS COULEE LUTHERAN CHURCH	N7289 COUNTY RD E
CHILDRENS VISION INTERNATIONAL INC	1002 GROVE ST
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH	401 16TH AVE N

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bangor

What is the population of Bangor?

Bangor has a population of 1,409 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 839 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.1 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Bangor expensive to live in?

Bangor is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $74,271, 1% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $211,900 (25% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $884 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bangor safe?

Bangor is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 136 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bangor receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bangor?

Bangor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Bangor?

The job market in Bangor is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,035. There are 1,335 business establishments in the area, including 124 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 11.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bangor?

The median home value in Bangor is $211,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $319,431. For renters, the median monthly rent is $884. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 68.1%. The average annual property tax is $4,984.

How are the schools in Bangor?

Schools in Bangor score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 28.6% of adults in Bangor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bangor?

The obesity rate in Bangor is 38.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 24.5% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 6.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,593.

What is transportation like in Bangor?

The average commute in Bangor is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 78.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bangor?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bangor is 97.2% White. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 11.4% of the population are military veterans. 12.0% of residents have a disability. 98.6% have health insurance coverage.

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