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Bloomington, WI

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Bloomington is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 716. Residents earn $70,192 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
716 Population 568/sq mi density
$70,192 Median Income $30,156 per capita
$139,400 Home Value $185,391 Zillow
$633 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,192 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,400 home value, $633/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,192
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,400
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population716
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density568/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,192
Per Capita$30,156
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$2,999M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,400
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,391
Housing Units324
Rent Burden21.8%

Health

Obesity43.4%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking18.1%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,039 ft (317 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+99.2%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute25 min
Broadband80.9%
Libraries13

Is Bloomington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bloomington receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 high obesity rates. Bloomington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bloomington is $70,192, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bloomington is $139,400, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Bloomington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 37.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Bloomington has a population of 716 with a density of 568 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

716
Total Population
568
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bloomington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bloomington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bloomington is $70,192, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Bloomington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,192
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,156
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$64,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,509
County GDP$2,999M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare102
Retail185
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bloomington is $139,400, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,391.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,400
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,391

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$111
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%
Housing Units324
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,354
24% above US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Bloomington, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 32.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity32.3%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,369
Dentists1:2,229
Mental Health1:565
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death7,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access66.9%
Healthcare Facilities102
Bloomington has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall37.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,039 ft (317 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density568/sq mi
Coordinates42.8931°N, 90.9265°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.2-point margin. 80.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 18.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+99.2%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density568/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants130
Retail Stores185

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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