Blair, WI

Wisconsin

Blair is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,169. Residents earn $65,667 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,169 Population 272/sq mi density
$65,667 Median Income $35,770 per capita
$132,500 Home Value $235,561 Zillow
$797 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
145 Violent Crime/100K 651 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$65,667 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,500 home value, $797/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
145 violent crimes/100K (62% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,667
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,500
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 145/100K
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $797
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,169
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density272/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,667
Per Capita$35,770
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$1,889M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,500
Rent$797
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,561

Crime

F
Violent145/100K
Property651/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault72/100K
Burglary72/100K

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation858 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+90.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Libraries9

Is Blair a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blair receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Blair offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blair is $65,667, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blair is $132,500, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $797 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Blair is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 651 per 100,000, 67% below the national average.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Blair has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Blair has a population of 1,169 with a density of 272 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

1,169
Total Population
272
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Blair vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blair vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blair is $65,667, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Blair vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,667
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,770
Avg Weekly Wage$984
IRS Avg AGI$64,832

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)835
County GDP$1,889M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare49
Retail96
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Blair is $132,500, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $797 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,561.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,500
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$235,561

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$797
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,357
53% above US avg
Effective Rate4.04%
In Blair, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death6,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access79.5%
Healthcare Facilities49
Blair has a violent crime rate of 145 per 100,000 residents, 62% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 651 per 100,000 (67% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Blair vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent144.7/100K
62% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery72.4/100K
Assault72.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property651.2/100K
67% below US avg
Burglary72.4/100K
Theft506.5/100K
Vehicle Theft72.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Blair has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall41.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation858 ft (262 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density272/sq mi
Coordinates44.3271°N, 91.2994°W
County FIPS55121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density272/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants80
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Work from Home4.9%

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