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Barronett, WI

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Barronett is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 68. Residents earn $82,917 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
68 Population 88/sq mi density
$82,917 Median Income $33,484 per capita
$119,400 Home Value $252,581 Zillow
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,917 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,400 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,917
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $119,400
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.1%
86% higher than US avg

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

People

Population68
Median Age52.6 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans56.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,917
Per Capita$33,484
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.1%
County GDP$2,994M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,581
Housing Units72
Rent Burden27.4%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking17.5%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,385 ft (422 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries6

Is Barronett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barronett receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Barronett stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barronett is $82,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barronett is $119,400, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Barronett has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°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 31.6 inches, including 55.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Barronett has a population of 68 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

68
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
52.6yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Barronett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Barronett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barronett is $82,917, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Barronett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,917
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,484
Avg Weekly Wage$923
IRS Avg AGI$65,445

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.1%
86% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,569
County GDP$2,994M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare150
Retail204
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,272
51% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Barronett is $119,400, 58% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,581.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,400
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,581

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.6%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,272
51% above US avg
Effective Rate4.42%
In Barronett, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.9%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:994
Dentists1:1,378
Mental Health1:976
Checkup Rate73.6%
Dental Visits63.5%
Premature Death7,673/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access73.7%
Healthcare Facilities150
Barronett has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall55.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,385 ft (422 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates45.6362°N, 91.9937°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.1-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 29.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants162
Retail Stores204

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone91.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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