Brodhead, WI
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Brodhead, WI
At a Glance
How Brodhead Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brodhead's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brodhead a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brodhead residents earn a median household income of $49,531 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,272. The unemployment rate stands at 6.5% (81% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,156 business establishments, including 102 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brodhead is $167,600 , 41% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $319,697. Median rent is $691/month, with 33.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Brodhead reports 125 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 688/100K.
Education
13.9% of adults in Brodhead hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brodhead has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches.