Berlin, WI

Wisconsin · Green Lake County

Berlin is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 5,523. Residents earn $55,216 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0

B Good

5,523 Population 933/sq mi density

$55,216 Median Income $27,488 per capita

$143,800 Home Value $208,110 Zillow

$814 Median Rent 27.9% income on rent

45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

19 Violent Crime/100K 1,259 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

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

B+

Economy

3.8 / 5.0

$55,216 median income, 2.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$143,800 home value, $814/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

19 violent crimes/100K (95% below avg)

Education

2.3 / 5.0

15.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $55,216

27% lower than US avg

Home Value $143,800

49% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 19/100K

95% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.9%

53% lower than US avg

Median Rent $814

30% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.4%

29% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.3%

9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,523

Median Age41.6 yrs

Density933/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 90%

Veterans8.7%

Economy

B+

Median Income$55,216

Per Capita$27,488

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty11.3%

County GDP$904M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$143,800

Rent$814

Ownership58.6%

Zillow$208,110

Housing Units2,663

Rent Burden27.9%

Crime

Violent19/100K

Property1,259/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault19/100K

Burglary148/100K

Health

Obesity41.4%

Uninsured10.9%

Smoking17.5%

Depression25.7%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain35.2 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation771 ft (235 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.9%

High School+89.9%

Graduate+6.6%

School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%

Commute20 min

Broadband85.5%

EV Stations1

Libraries5

Is Berlin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berlin receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Berlin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berlin is $55,216, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berlin is $143,800, 49% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $814 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Berlin is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,259 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Berlin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°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 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Berlin has a population of 5,523 with a density of 933 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.2% female and 49.8% male. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.7% of residents, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 8.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 20.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,523

Total Population

933

People / sq mi

41.6yrs

Median Age

7% above US avg

6.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%

Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Berlin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.7%

19% above US avg

Spanish 6.3%

53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Berlin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berlin is $55,216, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,488 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $952, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 534 business establishments, including 50 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Berlin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$55,216
	27% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,488
Avg Weekly Wage	$952
IRS Avg AGI	$67,664
Gini Index	0.414 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.3%
	9% below US avg
Establishments (County)	534
County GDP	$904M

Business (County)

Restaurants	50
Healthcare	46
Retail	68
Manufacturing	32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,577
	88% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.1 min
Drive Alone	80.4%
Public Transit	1.3%
Work from Home	4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Berlin is $143,800, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,110, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $814 (30% 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. 58.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,663 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. The average annual property tax is $6,577 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$143,800
	49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$208,110

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$814
	30% below US avg
Rent Burden	27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	58.6%
Owner-Occupied	58.6%
Renter-Occupied	41.4%
Housing Units	2,663
Median Year Built	1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,577
	88% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.57%

In Berlin, 41.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 30.7% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.0% report binge drinking. 31.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 25.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 10.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,202. The dentist ratio is 1:1,747. 65.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.4%
	29% above US avg
Diabetes	10.7%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	30.7%
Asthma	11.5%
COPD	7.2%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.5%
	25% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.0%
Physical Inactivity	31.9%
Depression	25.7%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	14.1%
Short Sleep	35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.2%
Uninsured	10.9%
	27% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,202
Dentists	1:1,747
Mental Health	1:967
Checkup Rate	73.7%
Dental Visits	63.1%
Premature Death	8,058/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.6/10
Exercise Access	65.6%
Healthcare Facilities	46

Berlin has a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents, 95% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 18.5 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 1,259 per 100,000, 36% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 981, burglary at 148, vehicle theft at 130 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Berlin receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	18.5/100K
	95% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	18.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,259.0/100K
	36% below US avg
Burglary	148.1/100K
Theft	981.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	129.6/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
Traffic Accidents	5
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Berlin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°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 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 771 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	45.0°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	17°F (-8°C)
July Average	71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	771 ft (235 m)
Area	6.4 sq mi (16.5 km²)
Population Density	933/sq mi
Coordinates	43.9697°N, 88.9500°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Green Lake County County
Nearest Airport	Wittman Regional (OSH) 18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"

7% below US avg

Wettest Month (Sep) 3.86"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.06"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	58.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability	86.1 / 100
Community Resilience	77.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Tornado History

518 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 29 fatalities, 440 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 18, 1996	EF5	40 km	0
Jul 5, 1994	EF4	97 km	0
Apr 27, 1984	EF4	20 km	1
Apr 4, 1981	EF4	85 km	3
Apr 21, 1974	EF4	26 km	0
Apr 19, 1957	EF4	99 km	1
Apr 3, 1956	EF4	5 km	7
Sep 26, 1951	EF4	49 km	6
Sep 26, 1951	EF4	61 km	1
Jun 23, 2004	EF3	29 km	0
Jun 23, 2004	EF3	33 km	1
Aug 27, 1994	EF3	79 km	2
Aug 29, 1992	EF3	47 km	1
Jun 8, 1984	EF3	62 km	0
Apr 27, 1984	EF3	62 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	95 km	0
Apr 7, 1980	EF3	55 km	0
Jun 5, 1977	EF3	24 km	0
Jun 4, 1975	EF3	85 km	0
Apr 21, 1974	EF3	49 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: COTTONVILLE INCIDENT (3,466 ac, 2005).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2005	COTTONVILLE INCIDENT	3,466	65 km
2024	2024 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX	2,717	95 km
1994	BIG BURN	2,248	100 km
2023	2023 RX	1,992	95 km
2004	POOL ONE NORTH	1,576	97 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,524	56 km
1998	UNNAMED	1,297	100 km
2010	RX BURN	1,236	57 km
2021	2021 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX	987	96 km
1994	SOMMERS	938	50 km
1998	PR 17	896	98 km
2007	UNNAMED	875	96 km
2009	UNNAMED	867	100 km
1988	PEACHY RD	812	53 km
2006	PR 17 RX FIRE	701	99 km
2018	2018 BADGER RX BURNS	659	92 km
2005	UNNAMED	657	100 km
2003	PR 17	632	100 km
2019	2019 BADGER RX BURNS	627	92 km
2006	UNNAMED	612	48 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	17°F (-8°C)	1.2 in	Coldest
February	21°F (-6°C)	1.1 in	Driest
March	32°F (-0°C)	2.1 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.0 in
May	58°F (14°C)	3.3 in
June	67°F (19°C)	3.6 in
July	71°F (21°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	69°F (20°C)	3.8 in
September	60°F (16°C)	3.9 in	Wettest
October	49°F (9°C)	2.4 in
November	35°F (1°C)	2.2 in
December	21°F (-6°C)	1.5 in

Berlin has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 17°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.1").

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Berlin is located in Green Lake County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 15.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 67.6% of the vote, a 36.3-point margin. 85.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 46 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%

D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
Traffic Accidents	5
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.9%
	53% below US avg
High School+	89.9%
Graduate Degree+	6.6%
School Test Score	5.60

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	933/sq mi
Total Area	6.4 sq mi
County	Green Lake County County

Services

Broadband Access	85.5%
Avg Download Speed	77.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	4.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	46
Restaurants	50
Retail Stores	68

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.1 min
Drive Alone	80.4%
Public Transit	1.3%
Work from Home	4.6%

Average costs for common services in Berlin. 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 Green Lake County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	1,068	34	$55,417	2.20
Health Care & Social Assistance	874	88	$55,265	1.03
Retail Trade	857	64	$35,909	1.45
Accommodation & Food Services	486	54	$19,670	0.91
Construction	267	52	$72,356	0.86
Transportation & Warehousing	247	30	$55,345	0.99
Finance & Insurance	246	26	$69,515	1.03
Other Services	163	30	$46,312	0.92
Agriculture & Forestry	142	15	$44,149	2.97
Arts & Entertainment	131	8	$18,194	1.32
Administrative & Waste Services	112	21	$52,670	0.32
Real Estate	48	20	$40,814	0.52
Mining & Oil/Gas	46	3	$98,516	2.06
Information & Technology	43	8	$59,882	0.39
Educational Services	17	3	$24,332	0.14

Hospitals in Berlin

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
THEDACARE MEDICAL CENTER - BERLIN INC	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(920) 361-1313

Schools in Berlin

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Clay Lamberton Elementary	Elementary	564	42	13.4:1
Berlin High	High	476	39	12.2:1
Berlin Middle	Middle	293	23	12.7:1

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Radio Stations near Berlin

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
95.5 The Bull	country	AAC
Oldies 103.3 FM/1170 AM	oldies	AAC+ 64 kbps
107.9 The Bull	country	AAC+ 48 kbps
106.7 The Bull	country	AAC
101.9 The Bull	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
98.1 The Bull	country	AAC
92.9 The Bull	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
101.7 The Bull	country	AAC
106.1 The Bull	country, new country	AAC

National Parks Near Berlin

41 national parks and monuments found near Berlin.

Park	Type	Fee
Allen Valley Siata	State Park	Free
Aztalan State Park	State Park	Free
Baraboo Hills Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Blue Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Campbellsport Drumlin State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Capital Springs Centennial State Park And Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Cross Plains State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Devils Lake State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Eisenbahn State Trail	State Park	Free
Fox River State Trail	State Park	Free
Friendship State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Drumlin State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access	State Park	Free
Governor Nelson State Park	State Park	Free
Hank Aaron State Trail	State Park	Free
Hartman Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Heritage Hill State Park	State Park	Free
High Cliff State Park	State Park	Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Ice Age National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Ice Age Trail - Lm	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Sd	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Se	State Park	Free
Kettle Moraine Railroad Siata	State Park	Free
Lake Kegonsa State Park	State Park	Free
Lost Dauphin State Park	State Park	Free
Mascoutin Valley State Trail	State Park	Free
Military Ridge State Trail	State Park	Free
Mirror Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Mountain-Bay State Trail	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
Newton Blackmour State Trail	State Park	Free
Oconto River State Trail	State Park	Free
Ottawa Siata	State Park	Free
Rib Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Roche A Cri State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Arbor State Park	State Park	Free
Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Tomorrow River State Trail	State Park	Free
Wild Goose State Trail	State Park	Free
Wiouwash State Trail	State Park	Free

Museums in Berlin

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CAESTECKER ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$41,081,156
RIPON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	508 WATSON STREET	9207485354	$77,500
LITTLE WHITE SCHOOLHOUSE	GENERAL MUSEUM	114 SCOTT STREET	9207486764	$18,715
BERLIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	111 SOUTH ADAMS AVENUE
BRANDON HISTORIAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	102 EAST MAIN STREET
DARTFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9202946194
FAIRWATER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9203465140
MARQUETTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	240 W SECOND STREET	9203949361
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF REPUBLICAN PRESIDENTS	GENERAL MUSEUM	303 WATSON ST
OMRO AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	144 & 160 E MAIN STREET	9208590339
PRINCETON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	W4617 OLD GREEN LAKE ROAD	9202953469
ST THOMAS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WINNECONNE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	611-617 W MAIN STREET	9205827643

Libraries in Berlin

Name	Address	Annual Visits
BERLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	121 W. PARK AVE.	102,033
RIPON PUBLIC LIBRARY	120 JEFFERSON ST.	90,690
CAESTECKER PUBLIC LIBRARY	518 HILL ST.	81,924
WINNECONNE PUBLIC LIBRARY	31 S. SECOND ST.	57,341
CARTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	405 E. HURON ST.	37,159
REDGRANITE PUBLIC LIBRARY	135 W. BANNERMAN AVE.	36,750
PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY	424 W. WATER ST.	21,286
BRANDON PUBLIC LIBRARY	117 E. MAIN ST.	9,490
LEON-SAXEVILLE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY	N4715 COUNTY RD. E	8,250
POY SIPPI PUBLIC LIBRARY	W2251 COMMERCIAL ST.	4,991

Farmers Markets in Berlin

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Berlin Farmers & Artists Market	N State Street and E Huron St	06/07/2016 to 08/30/2016	Tue: 4:00 PM-7:30 PM;		Visit
Omro Friday Night Market	On One Way Portion of S. Webster Ave
Omro Thursday Night Market	515 E. Main Street	05/22/2014 to 10/02/2014	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Princeton's Farm to Fork Farmer's Market	400 S. Fulton St., Hwy 23/73	05/21/2014 to 10/15/2014	Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;
The Market at Town Square	492 Hill St.	05/25/2018 to 09/28/2018	Fri: 3:00 PM-6:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Watson Street Farmers Market	Watson Street				Visit

Restaurants in Berlin

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Las Brasas

Gas Stations in Berlin

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kwik Trip

Texaco

Gyms in Berlin

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grizzly Fitness

Golf Courses in Berlin

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mascoutin Golf Club

Breweries in Berlin

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Cj's Sports Bar & Grill	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants	125 E Bannerman Ave	9205664354

Nursing Homes in Berlin

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
JULIETTE MANOR 482 OAK STREET	Non profit - Corporation	37	26	5/5	—	5/5	5/5	9203613092

Pharmacies in Berlin

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
FIELD PHARMACY	135 W HURON ST	920-361-1565
WAL-MART - 1727	822 BROADWAY STREET	920-361-3433

Cell Towers in Berlin

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
N8532 County Rd V V (158153)	GTOWER	153
W2147 PRINCETON ROAD (158143)	GTOWER	114
RIPON SITE: 1107 DARTFORD ROAD	TOWER	79
N4581 State Road 49 (158123)	LTOWER	78
(Eureka) 4158 County Rd. K (WI14015-B)	LTOWER	61

Fire Stations in Berlin

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Berlin Fire Department	226 Spring ST	Volunteer			920-361-5416

Power Plants Near Berlin

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
BERLIN LANDFILL GAS	LANDFILL GAS	221117	-88.9	OP

Bridges in Berlin

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete continuous	2004	170	9,200	F
Slab	Concrete	1998	25	5,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1957	24	3,400	F
Slab	Concrete	2003	227	3,300	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1975	21	2,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1952	273	2,100	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1953	59	1,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1976	33	283	F
Culvert	Steel	2013	24	126	G
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2008	24	103	G

Superfund Sites Near Berlin

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BADGER MINING - FAIRWATER	W300 UTLEY QUARRY RD	FOND DU LAC

Airports Near Berlin

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Appleton International Airport	ATW	Medium Airport
Wittman Regional Airport	OSH	Medium Airport
Bancroft East Airport	—	Small Airport
Bed-Ah-Wick Field	—	Small Airport
Bennett Field	—	Small Airport
Berlin Field LLC	—	Small Airport
Black Dog Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Black Otter Airport	—	Small Airport
Brennand Airport	—	Small Airport
Broken Prop Airport	—	Small Airport
Bucky's Airpark	—	Small Airport
Buena Vista Airport	—	Small Airport
Bulldog Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Buzzards Roost Airport	—	Small Airport
Cacic Airport	—	Small Airport
Carter Airport	—	Small Airport
Central County Airport	—	Small Airport
Clearwater Aero Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Clintonville Municipal Airport	CLI	Small Airport
Coleman Airport	—	Small Airport
Coloma Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Courtney Plummer Airport	—	Small Airport
Curns Airport	—	Small Airport
Dalonia Airport	—	Small Airport
Dane Airport	—	Small Airport
Del Monte Airport	—	Small Airport
Dinnerbell Airport	—	Small Airport
Dodge County Airport	UNU	Small Airport
Eberle Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Elert Airport	—	Small Airport
Erin Aero Airport	—	Small Airport
Fond du Lac County Airport	FLD	Small Airport
Fountain Prairie Airport	—	Small Airport
Fun-Air Airport	—	Small Airport
Gallinger Airport	—	Small Airport
Gilbert Field	—	Small Airport
Happy Jacks Air Strip	—	Small Airport
Harju Airport	—	Small Airport
Hartford Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Higgins Airport	—	Small Airport
J & L Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Knutson Field	—	Small Airport
Krist Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Larson Airport	—	Small Airport
Lodi Lakeland Airport	—	Small Airport
Loeber McDaniel Field	—	Small Airport
Mark's Park & Airfield	—	Small Airport
Mathaire Field	—	Small Airport
Mill House Field	—	Small Airport
Mittelstadt Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Berlin

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Winneconne Municipal Center	30 South 1st Street

Grocery Stores in Berlin

6 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Berlin Farmers And Artists Market Incorporated	Farmers and Markets	201 E Huron St
Berlin Oil	Convenience Store	703 Broadway
DOLLAR GENERAL 6966	Other	289 S Church St
DOLLARTREE 8194	Other	758 Broadway
Kwik Trip 777	Convenience Store	270 Broadway
Mama's Deli Llc	Other	133 W Huron St

Post Offices in Berlin

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Berlin Post Office

Treatment Centers in Berlin

1 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Green Lake County - Dept of Health and Human Servs	Both	920-294-4070

DOL Wage Violations in Berlin

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $2,901 in back wages owed to 6 employees.

Violations

$2,901

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Hyler Septic Service, LLC	—	—	54923	—	1	$2,901	$484	6

Churches & Religious Organizations in Berlin

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC CONGREGATION	PO BOX 269
BERLIN CATHOLIC SCHOOL ENDOWMENT	PO BOX 147
EUREKA COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH INC	PO BOX 88
GRACE ENGLISH LUTHERAN CHURCH	384 OAK ST
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH	N2506 STATE ROAD 49
LIGHT OF CHRIST LUTHERAN FELLOWSHIP INC	478 WEBSTER ST
MARTIN FAMILY SCHOLARSHIP INC	N8579 SEWARD DR
RIVER SHORES CHURCH INC	253 S CHURCH ST
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH	168 MOUND ST
ST JOSEPH CONGREGATION	167 N WISCONSIN ST
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	N2506 STATE ROAD 49

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Frequently Asked Questions About Berlin

What is the population of Berlin?

Berlin has a population of 5,523 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 933 people per square mile, spread across 6.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.2% female and 49.8% male.

Is Berlin expensive to live in?

Berlin 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 $55,216, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,800 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $814 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Berlin safe?

Berlin is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,259 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Berlin receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Berlin?

Berlin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 17°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 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Berlin?

The job market in Berlin is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $952. There are 534 business establishments in the area, including 50 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 4.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Berlin?

The median home value in Berlin is $143,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,110. For renters, the median monthly rent is $814. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.6%. The average annual property tax is $6,577.

How are the schools in Berlin?

Schools in Berlin score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.9% of adults in Berlin hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Berlin?

The obesity rate in Berlin is 41.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 31.9% are physically inactive. 25.7% of residents report depression. 10.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 65.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,202.

What is transportation like in Berlin?

The average commute in Berlin is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.4% of workers drive alone to work, 1.3% use public transit, and 4.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Berlin?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Berlin is 89.8% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 1.8% Hispanic or Latino. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.3% speak Spanish. 8.7% of the population are military veterans. 20.3% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

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