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Boulder Junction, WI

Wisconsin

Boulder Junction is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 221. Residents earn $55,972 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
221 Population 165/sq mi density
$55,972 Median Income $35,942 per capita
$312,500 Home Value $380,451 Zillow
$854 Median Rent 34.4% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$55,972 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$312,500 home value, $854/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,972
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $312,500
11% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $854
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population221
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density165/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,972
Per Capita$35,942
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$1,342M
Commute16 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$312,500
Rent$854
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$380,451
Housing Units173
Rent Burden34.4%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking13.2%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.3 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,651 ft (503 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute16 min
Broadband79.7%
Libraries9

Is Boulder Junction a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Boulder Junction receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Boulder Junction offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Boulder Junction is $55,972, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Boulder Junction is $312,500, 11% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $854 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Boulder Junction has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.3 inches, including 75.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Boulder Junction has a population of 221 with a density of 165 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

221
Total Population
165
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Boulder Junction vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Boulder Junction vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Boulder Junction is $55,972, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Boulder Junction vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,972
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,942
Avg Weekly Wage$868
IRS Avg AGI$78,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,010
County GDP$1,342M

Business (County)

Restaurants212
Healthcare44
Retail141
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,245
78% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Boulder Junction is $312,500, 11% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $854 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $380,451.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$312,500
11% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$380,451

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$854
27% below US avg
Rent Burden34.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied28.6%
Housing Units173
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,245
78% above US avg
Effective Rate2.00%
In Boulder Junction, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Boulder Junction vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.7%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep28.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.0%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,384
Dentists1:990
Mental Health1:955
Checkup Rate73.0%
Dental Visits68.5%
Premature Death10,459/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities44
Boulder Junction has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.3 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.3 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall75.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,651 ft (503 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density165/sq mi
Coordinates46.1148°N, 89.6544°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.1-point margin. 79.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.1%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density165/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants212
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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