Brillion, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Brillion is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 3,307. Residents earn $67,122 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,307 Population 1,070/sq mi density
$67,122 Median Income $38,090 per capita
$195,000 Home Value
$830 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
32 Violent Crime/100K 725 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,122 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$195,000 home value, $830/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
32 violent crimes/100K (92% below avg)
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,122
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,000
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 32/100K
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,307
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density1,070/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,122
Per Capita$38,090
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$2,315M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,000
Rent$830
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent32/100K
Property725/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault32/100K
Burglary126/100K

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain32.2 in/yr
Elevation816 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+89.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute22 min
EV Stations3
Libraries3

Is Brillion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brillion receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Brillion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brillion is $67,122, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brillion is $195,000, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Brillion is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 32 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 725 per 100,000, 63% below the national average.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Brillion has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.2 inches, including 43.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Brillion has a population of 3,307 with a density of 1,070 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

3,307
Total Population
1,070
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Brillion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brillion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brillion is $67,122, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Brillion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,122
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,090
Avg Weekly Wage$981
IRS Avg AGI$86,193

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,007
County GDP$2,315M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare98
Retail107
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,018
72% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brillion is $195,000, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,000
31% below US avg
Median List Price$337,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$337,500
$/Sq Ft$232
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops7.7%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,018
72% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Brillion, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate74.1%
Premature Death4,553/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities98
Brillion has a violent crime rate of 32 per 100,000 residents, 92% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 725 per 100,000 (63% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent31.5/100K
92% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault31.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property725.3/100K
63% below US avg
Burglary126.1/100K
Theft567.6/100K
Vehicle Theft31.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Brillion has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.2 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall43.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation816 ft (249 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density1,070/sq mi
Coordinates44.1735°N, 88.0678°W
County FIPS55015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,070/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities98
Restaurants88
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home9.0%

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