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Brule, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Brule is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 188. Residents earn $64,500 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
188 Population 71/sq mi density
$64,500 Median Income $50,461 per capita
$225,000 Home Value $249,006 Zillow
$864 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$64,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$225,000 home value, $864/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,500
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $864
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population188
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans13.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,500
Per Capita$50,461
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$2,402M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,000
Rent$864
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,006
Housing Units99
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking14.1%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,077 ft (328 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+98.7%
Graduate+10.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute34 min
Broadband94.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Brule a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brule receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Brule stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brule is $64,500, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brule is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Brule has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Brule has a population of 188 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

188
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Brule vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brule vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brule is $64,500, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Brule vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,500
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,461
Avg Weekly Wage$1,016
IRS Avg AGI$67,532

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,215
County GDP$2,402M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare119
Retail151
Manufacturing54

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Brule is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,006.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,006

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$864
26% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.7%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,924
41% above US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In Brule, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,018
Dentists1:1,635
Mental Health1:546
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits69.5%
Premature Death8,763/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.0%
Healthcare Facilities119
Brule has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,077 ft (328 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates46.5584°N, 91.5709°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55031
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.3-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.6%
D 52%

Winner: Democrat by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+98.7%
Graduate Degree+10.3%
School Test Score5.81
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants156
Retail Stores151

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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