Belgium, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Belgium is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,648. Residents earn $79,271 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,648 Population 1,232/sq mi density
$79,271 Median Income $39,367 per capita
$237,900 Home Value $391,275 Zillow
$877 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$79,271 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$237,900 home value, $877/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,271
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $237,900
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $877
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,648
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density1,232/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,271
Per Capita$39,367
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$7,073M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$237,900
Rent$877
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$391,275

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Elevation733 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 44%
Commute28 min
Libraries5

Is Belgium a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belgium receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Belgium stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belgium is $79,271, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belgium is $237,900, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $877 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Belgium has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Belgium has a population of 2,648 with a density of 1,232 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%).

Population

2,648
Total Population
1,232
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Belgium vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belgium vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belgium is $79,271, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Belgium vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,271
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,367
Avg Weekly Wage$1,133
IRS Avg AGI$138,207

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,167
County GDP$7,073M

Business (County)

Restaurants233
Healthcare389
Retail307
Manufacturing179

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,433
141% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Work from Home8.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Belgium is $237,900, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $877 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,275.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$237,900
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$391,275
Median List Price$399,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,000
$/Sq Ft$217
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$877
25% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,433
141% above US avg
Effective Rate3.54%
In Belgium, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.6%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death4,855/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access96.1%
Healthcare Facilities389

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Belgium has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation733 ft (223 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density1,232/sq mi
Coordinates43.5018°N, 87.8476°W
County FIPS55089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.6%
D 44.1%

Winner: Republican by 10.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,232/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities389
Restaurants233
Retail Stores307

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Work from Home8.0%

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