Briggsville, WI

Wisconsin · Marquette County

Briggsville is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 303. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0

B Good

303 Population 192/sq mi density

$72,500 Median Income $38,105 per capita

$242,900 Home Value $264,712 Zillow

$1,018 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent

46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.5 / 5.0

$72,500 median income, 0.3% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.8 / 5.0

$242,900 home value, $1,018/mo rent

C+

Safety

2.5 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

Education

1.6 / 5.0

7.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $72,500

4% lower than US avg

Home Value $242,900

14% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.9%

77% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,018

12% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.7%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.3%

92% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.7%

86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population303

Median Age61.4 yrs

Density192/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans15.7%

Economy

A+

Median Income$72,500

Per Capita$38,105

Unemployment0.3%

Poverty1.7%

County GDP$588M

Commute20 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$242,900

Rent$1,018

Ownership84.1%

Zillow$264,712

Housing Units234

Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property2,337/100K

Health

Obesity41.7%

Uninsured8.8%

Smoking16.1%

Depression25.4%

Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain37.5 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation807 ft (246 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.9%

High School+99.3%

Graduate+1.9%

School Score5.38

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%

Commute20 min

Broadband86.6%

EV Stations1

Libraries6

Is Briggsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Briggsville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Briggsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Briggsville is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Briggsville is $242,900, 14% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,018 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Briggsville 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 2,337 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Briggsville 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 37.5 inches, including 40.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Briggsville has a population of 303 with a density of 192 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 61.4 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (98.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 15.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 45.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 99.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

303

Total Population

192

People / sq mi

61.4yrs

Median Age

58% above US avg

1.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Briggsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.0%

26% above US avg

Spanish 1.0%

93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Briggsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Briggsville is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,105. The average weekly wage is $893, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 396 business establishments, including 43 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Briggsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$72,500
	4% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,105
Avg Weekly Wage	$893
IRS Avg AGI	$66,461
Gini Index	0.406 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.3%
	92% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.7%
	86% below US avg
Establishments (County)	396
County GDP	$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants	43
Healthcare	22
Retail	40
Manufacturing	17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,156
	47% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.4 min
Drive Alone	80.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Briggsville is $242,900, 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,712. Monthly rent averages $1,018 (12% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 84.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 234 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $5,156 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 22.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$242,900
	14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$264,712

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,018
	12% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	84.1%
Owner-Occupied	84.1%
Renter-Occupied	15.9%
Housing Units	234
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,156
	47% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.12%

In Briggsville, 41.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 29.7% have high blood pressure. 16.1% are current smokers. 21.3% report binge drinking. 27.9% are physically inactive. 25.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.7% experience frequent mental distress. 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,264. The dentist ratio is 1:3,945. 29.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.7%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	9.4%
Heart Disease	5.7%
High Blood Pressure	29.7%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	6.3%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.1%
	15% above US avg
Binge Drinking	21.3%
Physical Inactivity	27.9%
Depression	25.4%
Mental Distress	17.7%
Physical Distress	13.1%
Short Sleep	34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	99.0%
Uninsured	8.8%
	2% above US avg
Primary Care	1:5,264
Dentists	1:3,945
Mental Health	1:1,218
Checkup Rate	74.6%
Dental Visits	64.0%
Premature Death	10,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	29.2%
Healthcare Facilities	22

Briggsville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,337 per 100,000, 19% above the U.S. average. Overall, Briggsville receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	2,337.2/100K
	19% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

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Briggsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. The area receives 40.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 807 feet.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	45.7°F
	15% below US avg
January Average	17°F (-8°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	807 ft (246 m)
Area	1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density	192/sq mi
Coordinates	43.6603°N, 89.5928°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Marquette County County
Nearest Airport	Dane County Regional/Truax Field (MSN) 38 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.5"

1% below US avg

Snowfall 40.7"

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.17"

Driest Month (Jan) 1.06"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	47.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	54.7 / 100
Community Resilience	54.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Very Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

493 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 42 fatalities, 710 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 18, 1996	EF5	78 km	0
Jun 7, 1984	EF5	83 km	9
Apr 27, 1984	EF4	82 km	1
Jul 3, 1983	EF4	88 km	0
Apr 21, 1974	EF4	62 km	0
Apr 19, 1957	EF4	53 km	1
Apr 3, 1956	EF4	58 km	7
Sep 26, 1951	EF4	78 km	6
Sep 26, 1951	EF4	35 km	1
Jun 16, 2014	EF3	73 km	0
Aug 18, 2005	EF3	83 km	1
Jun 23, 2004	EF3	46 km	0
Jun 23, 2004	EF3	52 km	1
Aug 27, 1994	EF3	56 km	2
Aug 29, 1992	EF3	46 km	1
Jun 17, 1992	EF3	87 km	0
Jun 8, 1984	EF3	37 km	0
Jul 3, 1983	EF3	69 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	89 km	0
Apr 7, 1980	EF3	54 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: COTTONVILLE INCIDENT (3,466 ac, 2005).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2005	COTTONVILLE INCIDENT	3,466	51 km
1987	BIG BURN	3,154	73 km
2024	2024 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX	2,717	75 km
1994	BIG BURN	2,248	72 km
2023	2023 RX	1,992	75 km
1997	BIG BURN	1,642	74 km
2004	POOL ONE NORTH	1,576	64 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,524	80 km
1998	UNNAMED	1,297	72 km
2010	RX BURN	1,236	80 km
2021	2021 DOD HARDWOOD RANGE RX	987	76 km
2007	UNNAMED	981	67 km
1994	SOMMERS	938	75 km
2003	UNNAMED	901	74 km
1998	PR 17	896	65 km
2007	UNNAMED	875	63 km
2009	UNNAMED	867	67 km
1988	PEACHY RD	812	75 km
2007	PR 16	778	73 km
2006	PR 17 RX FIRE	701	72 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	17°F (-8°C)	1.1 in	Coldest, Driest
February	21°F (-6°C)	1.1 in
March	32°F (0°C)	2.2 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.2 in
May	58°F (14°C)	3.5 in
June	67°F (19°C)	3.9 in
July	71°F (22°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	69°F (20°C)	4.2 in	Wettest
September	61°F (16°C)	3.9 in
October	49°F (9°C)	2.4 in
November	35°F (2°C)	2.1 in
December	22°F (-6°C)	1.4 in

Briggsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 17°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (1.1").

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Briggsville is located in Marquette County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 7.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 77% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 64.2% of the vote, a 29.7-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 22 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%

D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 29.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.9%
	77% below US avg
High School+	99.3%
Graduate Degree+	1.9%
School Test Score	5.38

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density	192/sq mi
Total Area	1.6 sq mi
County	Marquette County County

Services

Broadband Access	86.6%
Avg Download Speed	59.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	4.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	22
Restaurants	43
Retail Stores	40

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.4 min
Drive Alone	80.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.7%

Average costs for common services in Briggsville. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$788
Toddler	$736
Preschool	$736
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$650
Toddler	$617
Preschool	$617

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Marquette County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	1,165	16	$69,928	3.60
Retail Trade	386	40	$28,143	0.98
Accommodation & Food Services	355	39	$15,620	0.99
Health Care & Social Assistance	302	69	$28,339	0.53
Transportation & Warehousing	105	20	$28,688	0.63
Construction	104	31	$45,627	0.50
Arts & Entertainment	100	6	$30,561	1.51
Other Services	71	23	$38,470	0.60
Wholesale Trade	55	12	$50,707	0.35
Information & Technology	43	4	$72,600	0.58
Utilities	37	5	$53,537	2.47
Educational Services	12	4	$16,856	0.15

Radio Stations near Briggsville

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Classically Christian - WCNP	christian, classical music	AAC+ 32 kbps
WXXM "Rewind 92.1" Sun Prairie, WI	adult hits, classic hits	AAC 24 kbps

National Parks Near Briggsville

38 national parks and monuments found near Briggsville.

Park	Type	Fee
Aztalan State Park	State Park	Free
Baraboo Hills Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Belmont Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Blue Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Buckhorn State Park	State Park	Free
Capital Springs Centennial State Park And Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr	State Park	Free
Cross Plains State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Devils Lake State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Elroy-Sparta State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Drumlin State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access	State Park	Free
Governor Dodge State Park	State Park	Free
Governor Nelson State Park	State Park	Free
Hartman Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Hillsboro State Trail	State Park	Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Ice Age National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Ice Age Trail - Lm	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Sd	State Park	Free
Lake Kegonsa State Park	State Park	Free
Military Ridge State Trail	State Park	Free
Mill Bluff State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Mirror Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Mound View State Trail	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New Glarus Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Pecatonica State Trail	State Park	Free
Roche A Cri State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Arbor State Park	State Park	Free
Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Sugar River State Trail	State Park	Free
The 400 State Trail	State Park	Free
Tomorrow River State Trail	State Park	Free
Tower Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Wild Goose State Trail	State Park	Free
Wildcat Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Yellowstone Lake State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Briggsville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
INTERNATIONAL CRANE FOUNDATION	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		6083569462	$6,206,453
CIRCUS WORLD MUSEUM FOUNDATION	GENERAL MUSEUM		6083568341	$1,268,548
RIVERSIDE AND GREAT NORTHERN LINES	GENERAL MUSEUM	N115 COUNTY ROAD N	6082546367	$135,552
SETH PETERSON COTTAGE CONSERVANCY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$99,719
SAUK COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6083561001	$98,472
SAUK COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	531 4TH AVENUE	6083561001	$98,472
AMERICAN LEGION AUXILIARY	GENERAL MUSEUM		6087451090
BARABOO ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
CIRCUS WORLD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6083568341
DELLS COUNTRY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	714 BROADWAY	6082542254
ENDEAVOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6085872032
FLYWAYS WATERFOWL MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
FORT WINNEBAGO SURGEONS QUARTERS	GENERAL MUSEUM
INTERNATIONAL CLOWN HALL OF FAME & RESEARCH CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		6083550321
LAKE STATES RAILWAY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6083565555
MARQUETTE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	125 LAWRENCE ST
PORTAGE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	804 MACFARLANE RD	6087426682
PORTAGE CANAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PORTAGE WW II HISTORY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		6087421052
SAUK COUNTY ART ASSOCIATION	ART MUSEUM		6084486693
TORTURE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6082542439
WHITETAIL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM
WISCONSIN MILITARY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Briggsville

Name	Address	Annual Visits
BARABOO PUBLIC LIBRARY	230 FOURTH AVE.	180,469
PORTAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY	253 W. EDGEWATER ST.	167,024
KILBOURN PUBLIC LIBRARY	620 ELM ST.	112,609
MONTELLO PUBLIC LIBRARY	128 LAKE CT.	29,492
ETHEL EVERHARD MEMORIAL LIBRARY	117 E. 3RD ST.	22,885
ENDEAVOR PUBLIC LIBRARY	400 CHURCH ST.	6,509
PACKWAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY	N3511 STATE ST.	5,501
OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	129 S. FRANKLIN AVE.	4,317

Farmers Markets in Briggsville

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Northside Farmers Market at Edgewater	2957 County CX	06/09/2013 to 10/20/2013	Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;		Visit
Portage WI Farmers Market	Corner of Hwy 16 and Hwy 33	May to October	Thu:12:00 PM - 6:00 PM;	Yes
Wisconsin Dells Farmers Market	W15344 Waubeek Rd.	05/15/2016 to 10/16/2016	Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;

Cafes in Briggsville

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bella Goose Coffee

Breweries in Briggsville

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Cactus Club Bar and Grill	barbecue, breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants	102 E Cook St	6087420222
Cottonwood Bar and Grill	cocktail lounge restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounges, food and drink, breweries &	312 De Witt St	6087425917
Downtowner Bar & Grill	cocktail lounge restaurants, Bars & Clubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, drinking, breweries & brew pubs	130 3rd St	6083567409	Visit
Moosejaw Pizza Dells Brewing	Take Out Restaurants, American Restaurants, Bars & Clubs, Caterers, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Pizza	110 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy S	6082511122, 16082541122, 6082549490, 6082541122	Visit
Poor Richard's Bar	Cocktail Lounges, drinking, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, Venues, recreation, Tavern	411 Oak St	6083565921	Visit
Port Huron Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	805 Business Park Rd	6082530340
River's Edge Pub & Grub	Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Caterers, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Pub Restaurants, Take Out Res	30 Highway A	6082536600	Visit
Zap's Tap	Bar & Grill Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Take Out Restaurants	103 W Munroe St	6082548539

Cell Towers in Briggsville

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
4116 County Road G (158281)	GTOWER	114
3251 W. 5th Court (158280)	LTOWER	87
W10281 ROWLEY ROAD (78331)	LTOWER	82
S1416 COUNTY ROAD A (Lake Delton - 120010033)	TOWER	66
BARABOO DT SITE: S5262B HIGHWAY 12	TOWER	61
ENDEAVOR SITE: N1081 COUNTY ROAD CX	TOWER	61
428 EAST ALBERT STREET (97629)	MTOWER	51

Fire Stations in Briggsville

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Briggsville Volunteer Fire Department	N 406 County RD A	Volunteer			608-981-2313

Bridges in Briggsville

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete continuous	1961	110	19,750	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1961	110	19,750	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1987	22	3,300	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1981	26	1,800	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2000	52	1,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1979	26	830	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1958	80	451	P
Slab	Concrete	2004	48	160	G
Culvert	Steel	1980	26	110	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1965	28	107	F
Culvert	Steel	1970	23	80	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1971	78	53	F

Amtrak Stations in Briggsville

3 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Baraboo, WI	Commerce Parkway & Gateway Drive	BUS
Portage, WI	400 West Oneida Street	TRAIN
Wisconsin Dells, WI	100 LaCrosse Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Briggsville

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CARDINAL FG	1650 MOHR RD	COLUMBIA
CARDINAL FG	1650 MOHR RD	COLUMBIA

Airports Near Briggsville

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Dane County Regional Truax Field	MSN	Medium Airport
Volk Field	VOK	Medium Airport
Accurate Airport	—	Small Airport
Adams County Legion Field	—	Small Airport
Alexander Field South Wood County Airport	ISW	Small Airport
Atkins Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Bancroft East Airport	—	Small Airport
Baraboo Wisconsin Dells Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Bed-Ah-Wick Field	—	Small Airport
Bennett Field	—	Small Airport
Berlin Field LLC	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Airfield	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Broken Prop Airport	—	Small Airport
Bucky's Airpark	—	Small Airport
Bulldog Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Buzzards Roost Airport	—	Small Airport
Cacic Airport	—	Small Airport
Clearwater Aero Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Coleman Airport	—	Small Airport
Coloma Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Cranmoor Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Dane Airport	—	Small Airport
Del Monte Airport	—	Small Airport
Der Schwarzwald Airport	—	Small Airport
Docken Field	—	Small Airport
Eberle Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Elert Airport	—	Small Airport
Elroy Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Forseth Field	—	Small Airport
Fountain Prairie Airport	—	Small Airport
Gilbert Field	—	Small Airport
Gottschalk Field	—	Small Airport
Ha-Rail Airport	—	Small Airport
Hallick Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Harju Airport	—	Small Airport
Hecklers' Strip	—	Small Airport
Higgins Airport	—	Small Airport
J & L Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Jennie'S Field	—	Small Airport
Knutson Field	—	Small Airport
Krist Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Little Wheel Field	—	Small Airport
Lodi Lakeland Airport	—	Small Airport
Loeber McDaniel Field	—	Small Airport
Mathaire Field	—	Small Airport
Matson Airport	—	Small Airport
Mauston New Lisbon Union Airport	—	Small Airport
Mc Manus Hoonch-Na-Shee-Kaw Airport	—	Small Airport
Middleton Municipal Morey Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Briggsville

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Columbia County Sheriff

Grocery Stores in Briggsville

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
The Mason Station	Convenience Store	N405 County Road A

Post Offices in Briggsville

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Briggsville Post Office	N433 County Highway A

Treatment Centers in Briggsville

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Pauquette Center for - Psychological Services	Both	608-742-5518
Sauk County Department of Human Servs - Mental Health and Recovery Servs Unit	Both	608-355-4200
William S Middleton VA - Baraboo VA CBOC	Both	608-356-9318

Churches & Religious Organizations in Briggsville

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
TRINITY UNITED PARISH	PO BOX 36

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Frequently Asked Questions About Briggsville

What is the population of Briggsville?

Briggsville has a population of 303 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 192 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Briggsville expensive to live in?

Briggsville is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $72,500, 4% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $242,900 (14% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,018 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Briggsville safe?

Briggsville is considered a very safe city 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 2,337 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Briggsville receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Briggsville?

Briggsville has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 17°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches, with 40.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Briggsville?

The job market in Briggsville is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $893. There are 396 business establishments in the area, including 43 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 5.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Briggsville?

The median home value in Briggsville is $242,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,712. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,018. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 84.1%. The average annual property tax is $5,156.

How are the schools in Briggsville?

Schools in Briggsville score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 7.9% of adults in Briggsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Briggsville?

The obesity rate in Briggsville is 41.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.1% of adults are smokers. 27.9% are physically inactive. 25.4% of residents report depression. 8.8% lack health insurance. 29.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,264.

What is transportation like in Briggsville?

The average commute in Briggsville is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Briggsville?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Briggsville is 98.7% White, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 15.7% of the population are military veterans. 45.9% of residents have a disability. 99.0% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Wisconsin Dells, WI 2,763 pop · 9.3 mi Portage, WI 10,374 pop · 10.0 mi Lake Delton, WI 3,522 pop · 10.6 mi Baraboo, WI 12,506 pop · 15.0 mi West Baraboo, WI 1,493 pop · 15.5 mi Montello, WI 1,411 pop · 15.9 mi Westfield, WI 1,272 pop · 16.3 mi Pardeeville, WI 1,804 pop · 16.8 mi Lake Wisconsin, WI 5,051 pop · 20.4 mi Poynette, WI 2,583 pop · 20.8 mi Reedsburg, WI 10,060 pop · 21.9 mi Rio, WI 1,068 pop · 22.7 mi Adams, WI 2,144 pop · 23.2 mi Lodi, WI 3,206 pop · 24.0 mi

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