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Biron, WI

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Biron is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 694. Residents earn $58,000 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
694 Population 150/sq mi density
$58,000 Median Income $32,401 per capita
$154,000 Home Value $195,967 Zillow
$1,135 Median Rent 32.7% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,000 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,000 home value, $1,135/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,000
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,000
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,135
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population694
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density150/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,000
Per Capita$32,401
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,000
Rent$1,135
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,967
Housing Units308
Rent Burden32.7%

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking17.1%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,032 ft (315 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+5.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute20 min
Broadband83.1%
Libraries5

Is Biron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Biron receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Biron offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Biron is $58,000, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Biron is $154,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,135 per month. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Biron 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 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Biron has a population of 694 with a density of 150 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%).

Population

694
Total Population
150
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Biron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Biron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Biron is $58,000, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Biron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,000
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,401
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$75,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$5,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare230
Retail206
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Biron is $154,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,135 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,967.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,000
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,967

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$93
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,135
2% below US avg
Rent Burden32.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.1%
Housing Units308
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate4.06%
In Biron, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,202
Dentists1:1,360
Mental Health1:602
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death5,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities230
Biron 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 33.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,032 ft (315 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates44.4284°N, 89.7658°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.2-point margin. 83.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.6%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+5.6%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density150/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities230
Restaurants217
Retail Stores206

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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