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Briggsville, WI

Wisconsin

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.

3.6 /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
B+
Overall
3.6 / 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
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $242,900
14% 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
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,712
Housing Units234
Rent Burden22.5%

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

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+99.3%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute20 min
Broadband86.6%
Libraries6

Is Briggsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Briggsville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. 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.

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 5.8/10.

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. The median age is 61.4 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

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 Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
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. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

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

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)396
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare22
Retail40
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Briggsville is $242,900, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,018 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,712.

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 Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.1%
Housing Units234
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,156
47% above US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In Briggsville, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death10,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access29.2%
Healthcare Facilities22
Briggsville 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 37.5 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 Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall40.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation807 ft (246 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density192/sq mi
Coordinates43.6603°N, 89.5928°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.7-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 34.6%

Winner: Republican by 29.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+99.3%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density192/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.6%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants43
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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