Birchwood, WI

Wisconsin

Birchwood is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 404. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
404 Population 374/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $34,062 per capita
$146,900 Home Value $330,613 Zillow
$399 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,900 home value, $399/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,900
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $399
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population404
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density374/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$34,062
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$800M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,900
Rent$399
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$330,613
Housing Units207
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking17.3%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,253 ft (382 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute20 min
Broadband84.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Birchwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birchwood receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Birchwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Birchwood is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Birchwood is $146,900, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $399 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Birchwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 55.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Birchwood has a population of 404 with a density of 374 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

404
Total Population
374
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Birchwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Birchwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birchwood is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Birchwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,062
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$68,050

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)611
County GDP$800M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare49
Retail74
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,359
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Birchwood is $146,900, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $399 (66% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $330,613.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,900
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$330,613

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$399
66% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.3%
Housing Units207
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,359
53% above US avg
Effective Rate3.65%
In Birchwood, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death9,092/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access65.1%
Healthcare Facilities49
Birchwood has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.6 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall55.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,253 ft (382 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density374/sq mi
Coordinates45.6577°N, 91.5506°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.3-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.6%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 28.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density374/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.3%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants73
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home4.5%

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