Big Bend, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Walworth County County
Big Bend, WI
At a Glance
How Big Bend Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Big Bend's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Big Bend a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Big Bend residents earn a median household income of $136,042 , which is 81% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,425. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,401 business establishments, including 337 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Big Bend is $293,900 , 4% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $405,314. Median rent is $988/month, with 26.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Big Bend reports 73 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 81% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 436/100K.
Education
27.7% of adults in Big Bend hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Big Bend has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.