Browntown, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Browntown is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 262. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
262 Population 250/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $34,948 per capita
$113,200 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 14.1% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 8.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,200 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,200
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.1%
125% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population262
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density250/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$34,948
Unemployment8.1%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$2,497M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,200
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units101
Rent Burden14.1%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking16.4%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation779 ft (237 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute25 min
Broadband98.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Browntown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Browntown receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Browntown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Browntown is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.1%, unemployment is notably high. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Browntown is $113,200, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Browntown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches, including 41.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Browntown has a population of 262 with a density of 250 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%).

Population

262
Total Population
250
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Browntown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Browntown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Browntown is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Browntown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,948
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$74,781

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.1%
125% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,156
County GDP$2,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare81
Retail143
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Browntown is $113,200, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,200
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden14.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%
Housing Units101
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,464
85% above US avg
Effective Rate5.71%
In Browntown, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity27.6%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits63.7%
Premature Death5,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities81
Browntown has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall41.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation779 ft (237 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density250/sq mi
Coordinates42.5788°N, 89.7894°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.3-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.2%
D 49.5%

Winner: Democrat by 0.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density250/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants102
Retail Stores143

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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