Blue Mounds, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Blue Mounds is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 873. Residents earn $74,583 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
873 Population 992/sq mi density
$74,583 Median Income $42,397 per capita
$322,900 Home Value $438,556 Zillow
$1,093 Median Rent 29.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
223 Violent Crime/100K 1,449 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$74,583 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$322,900 home value, $1,093/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
223 violent crimes/100K (41% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,583
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $322,900
15% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 223/100K
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,093
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population873
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density992/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$74,583
Per Capita$42,397
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$62,806M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$322,900
Rent$1,093
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$438,556
Housing Units382
Rent Burden29.5%

Crime

F
Violent223/100K
Property1,449/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault111/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking10.7%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,314 ft (401 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+10.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 75%
Commute25 min
Broadband86.5%
Libraries27

Is Blue Mounds a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blue Mounds receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Blue Mounds offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blue Mounds is $74,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.2% 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 Blue Mounds is $322,900, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,093 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Blue Mounds is below the national average at 223 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,449 per 100,000, 26% below the national average.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Blue Mounds experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches, including 30.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Blue Mounds has a population of 873 with a density of 992 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

873
Total Population
992
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Mounds vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blue Mounds vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blue Mounds is $74,583, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Blue Mounds vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,583
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,397
Avg Weekly Wage$1,432
IRS Avg AGI$103,538

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,084
County GDP$62,806M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,425
Healthcare1,603
Retail1,634
Manufacturing517

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,743
150% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Blue Mounds is $322,900, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,093 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $438,556.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$322,900
15% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$438,556
Median List Price$1,250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,250,000
$/Sq Ft$208
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,093
6% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,450
Rent Burden29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.5%
Housing Units382
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,743
150% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Blue Mounds, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 10.7% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Blue Mounds vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure24.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.7%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.4%
Short Sleep27.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits74.3%
Premature Death5,427/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access94.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,603
Blue Mounds has a violent crime rate of 223 per 100,000 residents, 41% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,449 per 100,000 (26% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent223.0/100K
41% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery111.5/100K
Assault111.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,449.3/100K
26% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft1,449.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Blue Mounds has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.8 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall30.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,314 ft (401 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density992/sq mi
Coordinates43.0178°N, 89.8269°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55025
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 51.7-point margin. 86.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.4%
D 75.1%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+10.3%
School Test Score5.81
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density992/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities1,603
Restaurants1,425
Retail Stores1,634

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone66.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.9%

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