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Birch Hill, WI

Wisconsin

Birch Hill is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 279. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
279 Population 450/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $21,142 per capita
$54,200 Home Value
$469 Median Rent 11.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,200 home value, $469/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,200
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $469
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 47.4%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.8%
173% higher than US avg

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

People

Population279
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density450/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$21,142
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty33.8%
County GDP$929M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,200
Rent$469
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden11.3%

Health

Obesity47.4%
Uninsured11.0%
Smoking25.1%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,080 ft (329 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute21 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries3

Is Birch Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birch Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Birch Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Birch Hill is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Birch Hill is $54,200, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $469 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Birch Hill has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Birch Hill has a population of 279 with a density of 450 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (96.8%), with 3.2% White.

Population

279
Total Population
450
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Birch Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.7%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.3%
38% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Birch Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birch Hill is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Birch Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,142
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$58,769

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.8%
173% above US avg
Establishments (County)627
County GDP$929M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare56
Retail89
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,239
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit22.6%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Birch Hill is $54,200, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $469 (60% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,200
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$469
60% below US avg
Rent Burden11.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied29.3%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,239
50% above US avg
Effective Rate9.67%
In Birch Hill, 47.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 25.1% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 35.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Birch Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity47.4%
48% above US avg
Diabetes16.4%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma14.5%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.1%
79% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity35.6%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress18.1%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Uninsured11.0%
28% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits56.1%
Premature Death12,410/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access68.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Birch Hill has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.3°F
24% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,080 ft (329 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density450/sq mi
Coordinates46.5208°N, 90.5555°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.7-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density450/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants66
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone74.0%
Public Transit22.6%
Work from Home3.4%

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