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Bayfront, WI

Wisconsin · Ashland County

Bayfront is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 128. Residents earn $96,449 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
128 Population 90/sq mi density
$96,449 Median Income $93,438 per capita
$283,300 Home Value
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$96,449 median income, 13.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$283,300 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,449
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $283,300
0% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.3%
269% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population128
Median Age55.8 yrs
Density90/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$96,449
Per Capita$93,438
Unemployment13.3%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$929M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$283,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units95
Rent Burden24.1%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking18.7%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation622 ft (190 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+9.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute16 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries3

Is Bayfront a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bayfront receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Bayfront offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bayfront is $96,449, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 13.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bayfront is $283,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bayfront has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bayfront has a population of 128 with a density of 90 people per square mile. The median age is 55.8 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.3%), with 42.2% Hispanic.

Population

128
Total Population
90
People / sq mi
55.8yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bayfront vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bayfront vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bayfront is $96,449, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Bayfront vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,449
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$93,438
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$58,769

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.3%
269% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)627
County GDP$929M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare56
Retail89
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,239
50% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bayfront is $283,300, 0% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$283,300
0% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.8%
Housing Units95
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,239
50% above US avg
Effective Rate1.85%
In Bayfront, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.5%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.1%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Primary Care1:575
Dentists1:1,458
Mental Health1:244
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits54.4%
Premature Death12,410/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access68.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Bayfront has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation622 ft (190 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates46.6235°N, 90.7896°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyAshland County County
County FIPS55003
Bayfront is located in Ashland County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.7-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+9.6%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density90/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi
CountyAshland County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants66
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Nearby Cities

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