Big Bend, WI

Wisconsin · Walworth County

Big Bend is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,311. Residents earn $136,042 per year, which is 81% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0

B+ Good

1,311 Population 403/sq mi density

$136,042 Median Income $53,425 per capita

$293,900 Home Value $378,806 Zillow

$988 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

B+

Overall

3.9 / 5.0

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

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$136,042 median income, 1.1% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$293,900 home value, $988/mo rent

C+

Safety

2.5 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

Education

3.2 / 5.0

27.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $136,042

81% higher than US avg

Home Value $293,900

4% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.7%

18% lower than US avg

Median Rent $988

15% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.1%

3% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.1%

69% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.6%

79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,311

Median Age43.1 yrs

Density403/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans11.8%

Economy

A+

Median Income$136,042

Per Capita$53,425

Unemployment1.1%

Poverty2.6%

County GDP$6,423M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$293,900

Rent$988

Ownership88.5%

Zillow$378,806

Housing Units598

Rent Burden26.3%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property1,781/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary205/100K

Health

Obesity33.1%

Uninsured5.6%

Smoking10.8%

Depression22.3%

Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain38.4 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation824 ft (251 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.7%

High School+94.9%

Graduate+7.5%

School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%

Commute26 min

Broadband92.7%

EV Stations1

Libraries11

Is Big Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Bend receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Big Bend offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Bend is $136,042, which is significantly higher than the national average / 81% above $75,149. This places Big Bend among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Bend is $293,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Big Bend is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,781 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

27.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Bend experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Big Bend has a population of 1,311 with a density of 403 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42.8% female and 57.2% male. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 1.8% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 11.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.0% of residents have a disability. 95.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,311

Total Population

403

People / sq mi

43.1yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

3.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.2%

Female 42.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.9%

25% above US avg

Spanish 2.1%

84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Big Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Bend is $136,042, which is 81% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,425 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $980, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,401 business establishments, including 337 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 12.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Big Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$136,042
	81% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$53,425
Avg Weekly Wage	$980
IRS Avg AGI	$89,712
Gini Index	0.439 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.1%
	69% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.6%
	79% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,401
County GDP	$6,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants	337
Healthcare	234
Retail	366
Manufacturing	188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,487
	142% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.3 min
Drive Alone	85.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Bend is $293,900, 4% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $378,806, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $988 (15% 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. 88.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 598 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1963. The average annual property tax is $8,487 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$293,900
	4% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$378,806

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$246
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.0%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$988
	15% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	88.5%
Owner-Occupied	88.5%
Renter-Occupied	11.5%
Housing Units	598
Median Year Built	1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,487
	142% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.89%

In Big Bend, 33.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 27.6% have high blood pressure. 10.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 25.0% report binge drinking. 18.7% are physically inactive, below the national average. 22.3% report depression. 14.8% experience frequent mental distress. 5.6% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,322. The dentist ratio is 1:2,066. 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Big Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.1%
	3% above US avg
Diabetes	7.7%
Heart Disease	4.6%
High Blood Pressure	27.6%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	4.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.8%
	23% below US avg
Binge Drinking	25.0%
Physical Inactivity	18.7%
Depression	22.3%
Mental Distress	14.8%
Physical Distress	10.4%
Short Sleep	31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.7%
Uninsured	5.6%
	35% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,322
Dentists	1:2,066
Mental Health	1:670
Checkup Rate	76.0%
Dental Visits	72.7%
Premature Death	7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	82.2%
Healthcare Facilities	234

Big Bend has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 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 1,781 per 100,000, 9% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,301, burglary at 205, vehicle theft at 274 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Big Bend receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

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

Property Crime

Total Property	1,780.8/100K
	9% below US avg
Burglary	205.5/100K
Theft	1,301.4/100K
Vehicle Theft	274.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12
Traffic Accidents	62
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

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Big Bend experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 824 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	47.3°F
	12% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	824 ft (251 m)
Area	3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density	403/sq mi
Coordinates	42.8839°N, 88.2036°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Walworth County County
Nearest Airport	General Mitchell International (MKE) 16 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.4"

1% above US avg

Wettest Month (Jul) 3.98"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0501 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	74.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	20.8 / 100
Community Resilience	80.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

5 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 15, 2024.

Feb 10, 2010	2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois	M3.8	105 km
Nov 4, 2013	1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois	M3.2	125 km
Jul 15, 2024	2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois	M3.1	144 km
Mar 25, 2015	3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois	M2.9	79 km
Jun 10, 2013	4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois	M2.6	103 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

420 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 43 fatalities, 1,147 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 18, 1996	EF5	97 km	0
Apr 27, 1984	EF4	17 km	1
Apr 4, 1981	EF4	61 km	3
Sep 28, 1972	EF4	73 km	0
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	94 km	24
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	82 km	1
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	75 km	6
Aug 22, 1964	EF4	60 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	39 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	75 km	0
Aug 18, 2005	EF3	100 km	1
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	54 km	0
Apr 7, 1980	EF3	91 km	0
Jun 4, 1975	EF3	92 km	0
Apr 21, 1974	EF3	86 km	0
Apr 21, 1974	EF3	82 km	2
Jul 19, 1963	EF3	34 km	0
Jun 22, 2024	EF2	79 km	0
Feb 8, 2024	EF2	94 km	0
Aug 28, 2018	EF2	85 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,524 ac, 2006).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2006	UNNAMED	1,524	79 km
2010	RX BURN	1,236	79 km
1994	SOMMERS	938	85 km
1988	PEACHY RD	812	82 km
2024	IBSP SOUTH F1 RX	690	62 km
2006	UNNAMED	612	87 km
2007	TOWER RD 2	592	82 km
2024	RX-HWY Y - SOUTH	553	45 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	21°F (-6°C)	1.4 in	Coldest
February	23°F (-5°C)	1.2 in	Driest
March	34°F (1°C)	2.2 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.3 in
May	57°F (14°C)	3.0 in
June	66°F (19°C)	3.8 in
July	72°F (22°C)	4.0 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	69°F (21°C)	3.9 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.7 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.5 in
November	37°F (3°C)	2.4 in
December	24°F (-4°C)	1.9 in

Big Bend has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 21°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.2").

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Big Bend is located in Walworth County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 27.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 18% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.5% of the vote, a 22.2-point margin. 92.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 234 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 85.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%

D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	12
Traffic Accidents	62
Avg Accident Severity	2.5 / 4.0

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.7%
	18% below US avg
High School+	94.9%
Graduate Degree+	7.5%
School Test Score	5.80

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	403/sq mi
Total Area	3.2 sq mi
County	Walworth County County

Services

Broadband Access	92.7%
Avg Download Speed	119.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	9.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	11
Healthcare Facilities	234
Restaurants	337
Retail Stores	366

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.3 min
Drive Alone	85.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.2%

Average costs for common services in Big Bend. 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	$1,022
Toddler	$909
Preschool	$909
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$758
Toddler	$736
Preschool	$736

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Walworth County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	8,946	222	$65,834	2.41
Accommodation & Food Services	6,708	326	$26,062	1.63
Retail Trade	5,137	332	$33,827	1.14
Health Care & Social Assistance	4,701	527	$52,069	0.72
Administrative & Waste Services	2,131	218	$41,599	0.80
Construction	1,928	342	$66,346	0.81
Wholesale Trade	1,772	190	$73,641	0.99
Arts & Entertainment	1,656	55	$32,432	2.18
Professional & Technical Services	1,125	260	$73,582	0.36
Other Services	1,019	224	$36,556	0.75
Transportation & Warehousing	912	116	$52,243	0.48
Finance & Insurance	739	162	$73,744	0.40
Management of Companies	489	27	$102,971	0.64
Real Estate	386	122	$54,034	0.55
Information & Technology	279	44	$58,896	0.33
Educational Services	225	32	$33,923	0.24
Utilities	52	6	$119,291	0.30

Schools in Big Bend

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Big Bend Elementary	Elementary	475	33	14.4:1

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Radio Stations near Big Bend

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WRXS Pure Oldies 106.9 FM - Milwaukee, WI	oldies, oldies 50's/60's	MP3 64 kbps
WUWM 89.7 Milwaukee's NPR	news, npr	AAC 96 kbps
97.3 The Game	sports	AAC
News/Talk 1130 WISN	news, talk	AAC
106.5 & 860 WNOV	urban contemporary	MP3
V100.7	urban contemporary	AAC
Ketch Radio	hits, talk	MP3 128 kbps
FM106.1	country	AAC
WLUM 102.1 FM Milwaukee, WI	aaa, alternative	AAC+ 48 kbps
FM 102/1	alternative	AAC+ 48 kbps
WYMS 88Nine Radio Milwaukee	—	AAC+ 96 kbps
The Big 920	sports	AAC

National Parks Near Big Bend

30 national parks and monuments found near Big Bend.

Park	Type	Fee
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Allen Valley Siata	State Park	Free
Aztalan State Park	State Park	Free
Big Foot Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Burlington To Kansasville State Trail	State Park	Free
Campbellsport Drumlin State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Chain O'Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr	State Park	Free
Eisenbahn State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Drumlin State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access	State Park	Free
Hank Aaron State Trail	State Park	Free
Harbor Park Promenade	State Park	Free
Harrington Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Se	State Park	Free
John Michael Kohler State Park	State Park	Free
Kettle Moraine Railroad Siata	State Park	Free
Lake Park Expansion	State Park	Free
Lakeshore State Park	State Park	Free
Mascoutin Valley State Trail	State Park	Free
Morraine Hills State Park	State Park	Free
Ottawa Siata	State Park	Free
Presidential Park	State Park	Free
Richard Bong Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Rock Cut State Park	State Park	Free
Terry Andrae State Park	State Park	Free
White River State Trail	State Park	Free
Whitewater State Park	State Park	Free
Wild Goose State Trail	State Park	Free

Museums in Big Bend

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
JOYCE PADDOCK BLISS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$115,510,573
MARCEIL PULTORAK ATRIUM GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$115,510,573
WISCONSIN ARTISTS PERMANENT COLLECTION	ART MUSEUM			$115,510,573
ART AND CULTURES GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		4143826000	$66,236,953
KELLOGG PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		4143826000	$66,236,953
SOCIAL JUSTICE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4143826000	$66,236,953
SCHLUETER ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$41,152,335
HISTORIC COSTUMES AND TEXTILES COLLECTION	HISTORY MUSEUM			$32,143,442
MILWAUKEE COUNTY ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	10001 W BLUEMOUND RD	4147713040	$11,687,368
ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		4142582333	$1,274,221
WAUKESHA COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2625212859	$602,827
WAUKESHA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2625212859	$602,827
FOREST EXPLORATION CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER			$319,898
EAST TROY ELECTRIC RAILROAD	GENERAL MUSEUM		2626423263	$278,422
EAST TROY RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	2002 CHURCH ST	2626423263	$278,422
ELMBROOK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1075 PILGRIM HIGHWAY	2627824057	$151,184
WAUWATOSA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4147748672	$137,877
GREENDALE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4144237064	$101,738
RETZER NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		2628968007	$82,109
WISCONSIN LABOR HISTORY SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4147710700	$19,598
HAWKS INN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	426 WELLS STREET	2626464794	$15,315
STAHL-CONRAD HOMESTEAD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4148589195	$10,350
MUKWONAGO HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	103 MAIN STREET	2623636413	$4,473
AFRICAN AMERICAN GENEALOGY SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5190 N 35TH STREET
BIG BEND-VERNON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2626623082
BOERNER BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	9400 BOERNER DRIVE
BURLINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHOCOLATE EXPERIENCE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2627636044
DREAMERS CENTER FOR CREATIVE ARTS	ART MUSEUM
EAST TROY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2106 CHURCH ST	2626422642
FRANKLIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	WEST DREXEL AVED	4144216539
GREENFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HALES CORNERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4145296150
HARTLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
INTERNATIONAL CLOWN HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	161 W WIS AVE	4143190848
IRISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY OF WISCONSIN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LOGIC PUZZLE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	533 MILWAUKEE AVE
MCSH MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MILWAUKEE COUNTY ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	10001 W BLUEMOUND ROAD	4147713040
MILWAUKEE TRANSIT ARCHIVES & MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4143457210
MUSEUM OF SCOUTING	GENERAL MUSEUM
MUSKEGO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	W180S8100 RACINE AVENUE	2626790859
NATIONAL SPEEDSKATING MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	500 SOUTH 84TH STREET	4142660100
NEW BERLIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	19885 NATIONAL AVENUE	2626438855
NORTH PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4145109029
NORWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PEWAUKEE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2626910233
RIDGE HISTORY PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROCHESTER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	208 W SPRING ST
SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN SHORT TRACK HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM
SPINNING TOP & YO-YO MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2627633946
VETERANS BELL TOWER MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WAUKESHA ENGINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1101 W ST PAUL AVE	2625473311
WEHR NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		4144258550
WEST ALLIS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4145416970
WESTONS ANTIQUE APPLE FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		2626791784

Libraries in Big Bend

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WEST ALLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY	7421 W. NATIONAL AVE.	460,000
WAUKESHA PUBLIC LIBRARY	321 WISCONSIN AVE.	441,557
WAUWATOSA PUBLIC LIBRARY	7635 W. NORTH AVE.	385,627
BROOKFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	1900 N. CALHOUN RD.	285,637
FRANKLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	9151 W. LOOMIS RD.	224,538
MUKWONAGO COMMUNITY LIBRARY	511 DIVISION ST.	197,366
NEW BERLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY	15105 LIBRARY LN.	177,735
PEWAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY	210 MAIN ST.	170,810
GREENFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	5310 W. LAYTON AVE.	170,312
GREENDALE PUBLIC LIBRARY	5647 BROAD ST.	169,106
BURLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	166 E. JEFFERSON ST.	168,218
MUSKEGO PUBLIC LIBRARY	S73 W16663 JANESVILLE RD.	133,910
PAULINE HAASS PUBLIC LIBRARY	N64W23820 MAIN ST.	133,142
DELAFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	500 GENESEE ST.	119,200
HARTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY	110 E. PARK AVE.	79,977
ELM GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY	13600 JUNEAU BLVD.	74,141
HALES CORNERS PUBLIC LIBRARY	5885 S. 116TH ST.	72,832
WATERFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	101 N. RIVER ST.	65,239
GRAHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY	1215 MAIN ST.	46,072
EAST TROY LIONS PUBLIC LIBRARY	3094 GRAYDON AVE.	44,154
ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	208 W. SPRING ST.	21,818
BUTLER PUBLIC LIBRARY	12808 W. HAMPTON AVE.	21,320
BIG BEND VILLAGE LIBRARY	W230 S9185 NEVINS ST.	7,282

Farmers Markets in Big Bend

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Brookfield Farmers Market	2000 North Calhoun Road	05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Butler Farmers Market	12700 W Hampton Ave	06/02/2014 to 10/20/2014	Mon: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Delafield Farmes Market	Waukesha County City parking lot on Main Street
Downtown Burlington Farmers Market	Washington & Pine Streets	05/02/2013 to 10/31/2013	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Dundee Farmers & Crafters Market	3552 State Road 50
Farmer's Market at Piala's Nursery	S39W27833 Genesee Rd.	06/06/2013 to 10/03/2013	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Greendale Open Market	Broad Street	06/27/2015 to 10/10/2015	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Greenfield Farmers Market	5151 W. Layton Avenue	05/01/2014 to 10/01/2014	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Jackson Park Farmers Market	3500 W. Forest Home Ave.	06/09/2016 to 09/29/2016	Thu: 3:30 PM-7:00 PM;		Visit
Market on the Hill	449 W. Wisconsin				Visit
Milwaukee Asian Farmers Market	76th St. & Mill Rd.	6/1/2013	Mon: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Tue: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Wed: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Thu: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM;Fri: 7:00 AM-7:0	Yes
Mukwonago Area Farmers' Market	933 N. Rochester Street	05/20/2015 to 10/14/2015	Wed: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
New Berlin Farmers Market	16300 W. National Avenue	05/03/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sun: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Northwind Perennial Farm Market	7047 Hospital Road	06/02/2013 to 09/29/2013	Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Tosa Farmers Market	7720 Harwood Avenue	05/30/2020 to 10/17/2020	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Vliet Street Green Market	4420 W Vliet Street
Waukesha Farmers Market	Riverfront Plaza	May to October	Sat:8:00 AM - 12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
West Allis Farmers Market	6501 W National Ave	05/03/2015 to 10/25/2015	Tue: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;Thu: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 1:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit

Breweries in Big Bend

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Aeppeltreow Winery	Wineries, Manufacturers, Brewers, Wholesalers	1072 288th Ave	2628785345
Big Head Brewing Co, Big Head Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Brewery, Breweries	6204 W State St	4142579782	Visit
Boneyard Pub & Grille	Pub Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Restaurants, Pub, Bar, Bar & Grill Restaurants	215 Bay View Rd	2623639464	Visit
Brewery Workers Local 9	Labor Organizations, Milwaukee, WI, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Milwaukee Brewers, (1), , (9), (6),	9618 W Greenfield Ave	4144755898	Visit
Cheetah Club	Civic Clubs & Organizations, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, WI>Strip Club, Breweries & Brew	5048 N 35th St	4144624136	Visit
Delafield Brewhaus	American Restaurant, Bars, Beer & Ale-Wholesale & Manufacturers, American Restaurants, Brew Pubs, Re	3832 Hillside Dr	2626467821	Visit
Fiddler's Green Inc	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants	6108 W Burnham St	4143272722
Happy Husky Brewing Company	Brewery	3954 S 56th St	4146880809
Hitch N Post Saloon	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurant, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, recreation,	120 N Browns Lake Dr	2625343888	Visit
Jim Henry's Oval Bar	bar & grill restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, breweries & brew pubs, Bar, Bar & Grill Restaurants	9141 W National Ave	4.15E+09
Latona Equipment Inc	West Allis Wi, Machinery & Equipment, Industrial Machinery and Equipment, West Allis Brewery Product	8924 W Greenfield Ave	4147771555
Leden's Villard Inn	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Hotels & Motels, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Taverns, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs,	4923 W Villard Ave	4145350228
M & J Cap-tap	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge resta	4221 W Capitol Dr	4144442700
Maxine's	business services, business services other, barbecue, breweries & brew pubs, restaurants, bar & gri	3535 W Villard Ave	4144618260	Visit
Miller Brewery Tour	Brewery, Building	4251 W State Saint (in Miller Valley)	4149312337	Visit
Miller Brewing - Stables	Brewery	4000 W State St
Miller Brewing Company	Brewery	4251 W State St	4149312337	Visit
Milw Recharging Service Inc	Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Fire Extinguishers, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services	5707 W Vliet St
Phylo's	breweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, recr	1501 S 70th St	4144533383
Raised Grain Brewing	Breweries, Food & Drink	2244 W Bluemound Ave
Ricochette On In	breweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, Taverns, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, recreation, food	7009 W Capitol Dr	4144623540
Senft's Tavern	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Restaurants, Wisconsin (wi), Hales Corners, Hales Co	10258 W Forest Home Ave
Spokes Restaurant & Bar	Bars, Pub, American Restaurant, and Brewery, Restaurants, Pub, Hamburgers & Hot Dogs, Night Clubs, B	14001 Washington Ave	2628987900	Visit
Steve O's Bar and Grill	Bars, Milwaukee Waukesha West Allis, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Venues, Bar, Bar	9012 W Silver Spring Dr	4144623333
Winner's Circle	Bars & Clubs, food and drink, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Trophies & Medals, tavern, Bar Bur	3800 W Burnham St	4146438600	Visit

Stadiums & Teams in Big Bend

Team	League	Division
Milwaukee Brewers	MLB	NL Central

Pharmacies in Big Bend

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
JEROME DRUGS	W230S8715 CLARK STREET	262-662-5622

Cell Towers in Big Bend

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1271 224th Ave (18915)	GTOWER	102
MT TOM - CTH J (66343)	GTOWER	91
26922 MALCHINE RD (58102)	LTOWER	89
S92 W32778 COUNTY HIGHWAY NN (111643)	GTOWER	78
1515 1517 COUNTY HWY D (78337)	GTOWER	69
724 McKinley Street (66351)	LTOWER	61
W224 S1000 BIG BEND DRIVE (38449)	LTOWER	61
W2620 COUNTY ROAD J (100141)	LTOWER	59
18917 SPRING STREET (66344)	MTOWER	56

Fire Stations in Big Bend

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Vernon Volunteer Fire Department	W233 S7475 Woodland LN	Mostly volunteer			262-662-2079

Bridges in Big Bend

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2010	185	21,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	2010	185	21,900	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1969	201	20,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1969	200	20,200	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1968	125	17,400	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1968	126	17,400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1950	174	3,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1969	422	1,500	G

Superfund Sites Near Big Bend

11 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
GENERAL CASTING CORP	706 E MAIN ST	WAUKESHA
METALTEK INTL WIS CENTRIFUGAL DIV	905 E SAINT PAUL AVE	WAUKESHA
METALTEK INTL WIS CENTRIFUGAL DIV	905 E SAINT PAUL AVE	WAUKESHA
METALTEK INTL WIS CENTRIFUGAL DIV	905 E SAINT PAUL AVE	WAUKESHA
METALTEK INTL WIS CENTRIFUGAL DIV	905 E SAINT PAUL AVE	WAUKESHA
MILWAUKEE COUNTY INSTITUTIONS POWER PLANT	9250 WATERTOWN PLANK RD	MILWAUKEE
PARIS GENERATING STATION	335 N 172ND AVE	KENOSHA
PARIS GENERATING STATION	335 N 172ND AVE	KENOSHA
QUAD TECH	N64 W23110 MAIN ST	WAUKESHA
QUAD/GRAPHICS, INC.	N63W23075 MAIN ST	WAUKESHA
QUAD/GRAPHICS, INC.	N63W23075 MAIN ST	WAUKESHA

Airports Near Big Bend

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
General Mitchell International Airport	MKE	Large Airport
Kenosha Regional Airport	ENW	Medium Airport
Adkins Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Aero Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Aerogrange Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Troy Estates Restricted Airport	—	Small Airport
Al's Airway Airport	—	Small Airport
Ames Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Barker Strip	—	Small Airport
Barten Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Foot Airfield	—	Small Airport
Bingham Airport	—	Small Airport
Binzel Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Bob Walberg Field	—	Small Airport
Bountiful Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Bristol Airport	—	Small Airport
Burlington Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Camp Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Campbell Airport	—	Small Airport
Capitol Drive Airport	—	Small Airport
Casa De Aero Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Christie Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Cindy Guntly Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Clover Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Compass Rose Airport	—	Small Airport
Covered Bridge Fields Airport	—	Small Airport
Dacy Airport	—	Small Airport
Davies Airport	—	Small Airport
Digger Dougs Airport	—	Small Airport
Dodge County Airport	UNU	Small Airport
Doering Farms Airfield	—	Small Airport
Donald Alfred Gade Airport	—	Small Airport
Dutch Gap Airstrip	—	Small Airport
East Troy Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Emerick Airport	—	Small Airport
Erin Aero Airport	—	Small Airport
Faken Airport	—	Small Airport
Ferris Field	—	Small Airport
Fletcher Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Fox Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Q Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Fort Atkinson Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Fox River Airport	—	Small Airport
Funny Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Galt Field	—	Small Airport
Geis Field	—	Small Airport
Giblin Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Grand Geneva Resort Airport	XES	Small Airport
Gutzmer's Twin Oaks Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Big Bend

11 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Delafield Police Dept	115 Main Street
Franklin Police Department
Mukwonago Police Department	627 South Rochester Street
Muskego Police Department	W182S8200 Racine Avenue
Sheriff's Dept Offices
State Fair Police
Town of Mukwonago Police
Waukesha Police Substation
West Allis Police Department
West Milwaukee Police Department
Wgema Campus Police Department	3135 West Highland Boulevard

Grocery Stores in Big Bend

2 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Big Bend Food & Beverage	Other	S91w2295 Milwaukee Avenue
Kwik Trip 239	Convenience Store	Big Bend Dr

Treatment Centers in Big Bend

23 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Addiction Services and Pharmacotherapy - West Allis	Substance Abuse	414-928-1401
Alternatives in Psychological - Consultation SC	Both	414-358-7144
American Behavioral Clinics - Bluemound Clinic	Both	414-877-4570
American Behavioral Clinics - Elm Grove Clinic	Both	414-877-4570
American Behavioral Clinics - Layton Clinic	Both	414-877-4570
Childrens Wisconsin New Berlin - Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine	Mental Health	414-266-2932
Clement J Zablocki VAMC - Mental Health Division	Both	414-384-2000 x46811
Clement J Zablocki VAMC - Union Grove Clinic	Both	262-878-7001
Community Medical Services - West Allis	Substance Abuse	414-885-3525
Efficiency Management Consulting - DBA A Healing Center	Both	262-821-6117
Lutheran Counseling and Family Servs	Both	414-536-8333
Midwest Detox	Substance Abuse	414-409-5200
Milwaukee Health Services Inc - Behavioral Health Services Center	Both	414-760-3900
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health Services	Both	262-928-4036
Waukesha Comprehensive Treatment Ctr - Quality Addiction Management Inc	Substance Abuse	262-549-6600
Wellpoint Care Network	Mental Health	414-463-1880
Word of Hope Ministries - ATODA Program	Substance Abuse	414-447-1965 x222

Churches & Religious Organizations in Big Bend

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH	S89W22970 MAPLE AVE
COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH	W229S9060 CLARK ST
CRUSADER CREW ORGANIZATION	W229S8930 CLARK ST
STJOSEPH CONGREGATION	S89W22650 MILWAUKEE AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Bend

What is the population of Big Bend?

Big Bend has a population of 1,311 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 403 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 42.8% female and 57.2% male.

Is Big Bend expensive to live in?

Big Bend 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 $136,042, 81% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $293,900 (4% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Big Bend safe?

Big Bend is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,781 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Big Bend receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Big Bend?

Big Bend has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Big Bend?

The job market in Big Bend is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $980. There are 3,401 business establishments in the area, including 337 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 12.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Big Bend?

The median home value in Big Bend is $293,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $378,806. For renters, the median monthly rent is $988. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.5%. The average annual property tax is $8,487.

How are the schools in Big Bend?

Schools in Big Bend score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 27.7% of adults in Big Bend hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Big Bend?

The obesity rate in Big Bend is 33.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.8% of adults are smokers. 18.7% are physically inactive. 22.3% of residents report depression. 5.6% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,322.

What is transportation like in Big Bend?

The average commute in Big Bend is 26 minutes. 85.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Big Bend?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Big Bend is 97.3% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 1.8% Hispanic or Latino. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 11.8% of the population are military veterans. 11.0% of residents have a disability. 95.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Vernon, WI 7,470 pop · 3.2 mi Muskego, WI 25,156 pop · 3.6 mi Wind Lake, WI 5,028 pop · 4.6 mi Tichigan, WI 5,173 pop · 5.2 mi Mukwonago, WI 8,411 pop · 6.3 mi New Berlin, WI 40,384 pop · 7.2 mi Waterford, WI 5,627 pop · 8.3 mi Hales Corners, WI 7,627 pop · 8.7 mi Waukesha, WI 8,479 pop · 8.9 mi Franklin, WI 35,751 pop · 9.7 mi Rochester, WI 3,780 pop · 10.7 mi North Prairie, WI 2,514 pop · 10.8 mi Greendale, WI 14,656 pop · 11.0 mi Greenfield, WI 37,361 pop · 11.3 mi

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