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Blanchardville, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Blanchardville is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 659. Residents earn $66,161 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
659 Population 1,220/sq mi density
$66,161 Median Income $38,774 per capita
$165,200 Home Value $228,587 Zillow
$631 Median Rent 28.2% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,161 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,200 home value, $631/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,161
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,200
41% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $631
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population659
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density1,220/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,161
Per Capita$38,774
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$2,497M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,200
Rent$631
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,587
Housing Units350
Rent Burden28.2%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,309/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary851/100K

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.9%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation818 ft (249 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute32 min
Broadband82.7%
Libraries5

Is Blanchardville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blanchardville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Blanchardville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blanchardville is $66,161, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blanchardville is $165,200, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $631 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.

Safety & Crime

Blanchardville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,309 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Blanchardville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 41.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Blanchardville has a population of 659 with a density of 1,220 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

659
Total Population
1,220
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Blanchardville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blanchardville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blanchardville is $66,161, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Blanchardville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,161
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,774
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$74,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,156
County GDP$2,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare81
Retail143
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Blanchardville is $165,200, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $631 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,587.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,200
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$228,587

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$631
46% below US avg
Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.4%
Housing Units350
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Blanchardville, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,370
Dentists1:1,938
Mental Health1:660
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits62.5%
Premature Death5,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities81
Blanchardville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,309 per 100,000 (18% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,308.6/100K
18% above US avg
Burglary850.6/100K
Theft1,458.1/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Blanchardville has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall41.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation818 ft (249 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,220/sq mi
Coordinates42.8104°N, 89.8606°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.3-point margin. 82.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 0.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,220/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants102
Retail Stores143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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