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Birnamwood, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Birnamwood is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 688. Residents earn $50,000 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
688 Population 313/sq mi density
$50,000 Median Income $31,520 per capita
$134,800 Home Value $255,971 Zillow
$584 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,000 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,800 home value, $584/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,000
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,800
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $584
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population688
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,000
Per Capita$31,520
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$11,882M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,800
Rent$584
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,971
Housing Units333
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking18.2%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,301 ft (397 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute25 min
Broadband74.3%
Libraries9

Is Birnamwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birnamwood 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, high obesity rates. Birnamwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Birnamwood is $50,000, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Birnamwood is $134,800, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $584 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Birnamwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Birnamwood has a population of 688 with a density of 313 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

688
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Birnamwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Birnamwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birnamwood is $50,000, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Birnamwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,000
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,520
Avg Weekly Wage$1,115
IRS Avg AGI$80,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,960
County GDP$11,882M

Business (County)

Restaurants329
Healthcare424
Retail428
Manufacturing239

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Birnamwood is $134,800, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $584 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,971.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,800
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,971

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$584
50% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.6%
Housing Units333
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,413
83% above US avg
Effective Rate4.76%
In Birnamwood, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,059
Dentists1:1,327
Mental Health1:411
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death6,974/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities424
Birnamwood has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,301 ft (397 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates44.9319°N, 89.2095°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55073
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.7-point margin. 74.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density313/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.3%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities424
Restaurants329
Retail Stores428

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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