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Burnett, WI

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Burnett is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 268. Residents earn $85,104 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
268 Population 1,072/sq mi density
$85,104 Median Income $48,202 per capita
$146,300 Home Value
$668 Median Rent 25.4% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$85,104 median income, 14.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,300 home value, $668/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,104
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $146,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $668
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.0%
289% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population268
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density1,072/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$85,104
Per Capita$48,202
Unemployment14.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$5,048M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,300
Rent$668
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units136
Rent Burden25.4%

Health

Obesity41.9%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking14.8%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation868 ft (265 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+13.8%
School Score5.70

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute16 min
Broadband84.8%
Libraries13

Is Burnett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burnett receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Burnett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burnett is $85,104, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 14.0%, unemployment is notably high. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burnett is $146,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $668 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Burnett has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Burnett has a population of 268 with a density of 1,072 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

268
Total Population
1,072
People / sq mi
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Burnett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burnett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burnett is $85,104, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Burnett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,104
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,202
Avg Weekly Wage$1,145
IRS Avg AGI$69,992

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.0%
289% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,002
County GDP$5,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants166
Healthcare170
Retail208
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Burnett is $146,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $668 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,300
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$250
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$668
43% below US avg
Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$742
2 Bedrooms$974
3 Bedrooms$1,168
4 Bedrooms$1,469

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.6%
Housing Units136
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,187
48% above US avg
Effective Rate3.55%
In Burnett, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death7,421/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access71.3%
Healthcare Facilities170
Burnett has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 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) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation868 ft (265 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,072/sq mi
Coordinates43.5065°N, 88.7084°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.9-point margin. 84.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.8%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.5%
24% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+13.8%
School Test Score5.70
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,072/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.8%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants166
Retail Stores208

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone64.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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