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Bear Creek, WI

Wisconsin

Bear Creek is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 271. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
271 Population 295/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $31,719 per capita
$98,600 Home Value $259,542 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,600 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,600
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population271
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$31,719
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$2,507M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,600
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,542
Housing Units137
Rent Burden22.1%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking14.0%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation823 ft (251 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute32 min
Broadband85.2%
Libraries9

Is Bear Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bear Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Bear Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bear Creek is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bear Creek is $98,600, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bear Creek 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 33.0 inches, including 44.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bear Creek has a population of 271 with a density of 295 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%).

Population

271
Total Population
295
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Bear Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.9%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.1%
72% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bear Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bear Creek is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Bear Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,719
Avg Weekly Wage$928
IRS Avg AGI$67,983

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,385
County GDP$2,507M

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare133
Retail168
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,425
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bear Creek is $98,600, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,542.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,600
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,542

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units137
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,425
55% above US avg
Effective Rate5.50%
In Bear Creek, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 28.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bear Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits68.4%
Premature Death7,173/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities133
Bear Creek 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 33.0 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 Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.0 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall44.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation823 ft (251 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates44.5313°N, 88.7275°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.4-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.2%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 33.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants146
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

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