Cambridge, WI

Wisconsin · Dane County · Madison Metro

Cambridge is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,507. Residents earn $93,424 per year, which is 24% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.7 /5.0

B+ Good

1,507 Population 1,025/sq mi density

$93,424 Median Income $46,637 per capita

$280,000 Home Value $360,806 Zillow

$1,120 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent

47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

108 Violent Crime/100K 2,331 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.7 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.8 / 5.0

$93,424 median income, 1.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$280,000 home value, $1,120/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

108 violent crimes/100K (71% below avg)

Education

4.2 / 5.0

39.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $93,424

24% higher than US avg

Home Value $280,000

1% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 108/100K

71% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 39.5%

17% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,120

4% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.8%

8% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.6%

56% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.2%

42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,507

Median Age44.4 yrs

Density1,025/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans5.3%

Economy

A+

Median Income$93,424

Per Capita$46,637

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty7.2%

County GDP$62,806M

Commute27 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$280,000

Rent$1,120

Ownership75.1%

Zillow$360,806

Housing Units654

Rent Burden25.7%

Crime

Violent108/100K

Property2,331/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%

Uninsured6.8%

Smoking12.2%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain37.1 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation853 ft (260 m)

Education

Bachelor's+39.5%

High School+95.8%

Graduate+10.7%

School Score6.33

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 75%

Commute27 min

Broadband94.6%

EV Stations1

Libraries27

Is Cambridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cambridge receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Cambridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cambridge is $93,424, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cambridge is $280,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Cambridge is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,331 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cambridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches, including 51.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cambridge has a population of 1,507 with a density of 1,025 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 44.4 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (95.3%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.3% of residents. 5.3% of the population are veterans. 11.8% of residents have a disability. 96.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,507

Total Population

1,025

People / sq mi

44.4yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

1.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%

Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cambridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.3%

21% above US avg

Spanish 4.7%

65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cambridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cambridge is $93,424, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,637 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,432. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18,084 business establishments, including 1,425 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 9.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cambridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$93,424
	24% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$46,637
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,432
IRS Avg AGI	$103,538
Gini Index	0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.2%
	42% below US avg
Establishments (County)	18,084
County GDP	$62,806M

Business (County)

Restaurants	1,425
Healthcare	1,603
Retail	1,634
Manufacturing	517

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,743
	150% above US avg
Cost of Living	94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.3 min
Drive Alone	80.8%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cambridge is $280,000, 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $360,806, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.5% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,120 (4% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 75.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 654 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1987. The average annual property tax is $8,743 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 25.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$280,000
	1% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$360,806
Median List Price	$259,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$259,000
$/Sq Ft	$225
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.5%
Price Drops	16.7%
Inventory	6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,120
	4% below US avg
Rent Burden	25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	75.1%
Owner-Occupied	75.1%
Renter-Occupied	24.9%
Housing Units	654
Median Year Built	1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,743
	150% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.12%

In Cambridge, 34.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 25.7% have high blood pressure. 12.2% are current smokers. 22.0% report binge drinking. 21.9% are physically inactive. 26.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.2% experience frequent mental distress. 6.8% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:781. The dentist ratio is 1:1,328. 94.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.8%
	8% above US avg
Diabetes	8.0%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	25.7%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	4.9%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.2%
	13% below US avg
Binge Drinking	22.0%
Physical Inactivity	21.9%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	16.2%
Physical Distress	11.4%
Short Sleep	29.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.8%
Uninsured	6.8%
	21% below US avg
Primary Care	1:781
Dentists	1:1,328
Mental Health	1:197
Checkup Rate	72.7%
Dental Visits	69.8%
Premature Death	5,427/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	94.2%
Healthcare Facilities	1,603

Cambridge has a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents, 71% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,331 per 100,000, 19% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 34 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cambridge receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	108.4/100K
	71% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	2,330.6/100K
	19% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	34
Traffic Accidents	74
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Cambridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. The area receives 51.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 853 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	47.0°F
	13% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	853 ft (260 m)
Area	1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density	1,025/sq mi
Coordinates	43.0066°N, 89.0214°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Dane County County
Nearest Airport	Dane County Regional/Truax Field (MSN) 18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.1"

2% below US avg

Snowfall 51.8"

Wettest Month (Aug) 3.94"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.14"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0501 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	10.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	93.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	15.9 / 100
Community Resilience	97.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively High
Hail	Relatively High
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Very High
Landslide	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.9 on Mar 25, 2015.

Feb 10, 2010	2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois	M3.8	123 km
Sep 2, 1999	8 km W of Amboy, Illinois	M3.5	147 km
Mar 25, 2015	3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois	M2.9	106 km
Jun 10, 2013	4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois	M2.6	121 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

585 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 49 fatalities, 1,299 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 18, 1996	EF5	84 km	0
Jun 7, 1984	EF5	78 km	9
Apr 27, 1984	EF4	53 km	1
Jul 3, 1983	EF4	90 km	0
Apr 4, 1981	EF4	82 km	3
Apr 21, 1974	EF4	84 km	0
Apr 21, 1967	EF4	88 km	24
Aug 22, 1964	EF4	99 km	0
Sep 26, 1951	EF4	55 km	1
Jun 16, 2014	EF3	44 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	76 km	0
Jan 7, 2008	EF3	70 km	0
Aug 18, 2005	EF3	35 km	1
Jun 23, 2004	EF3	79 km	0
Jun 23, 2004	EF3	74 km	1
Jun 17, 1992	EF3	44 km	0
Jun 8, 1984	EF3	52 km	0
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	25 km	0
Apr 7, 1980	EF3	53 km	0
Jun 5, 1977	EF3	94 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

10 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,524 ac, 2006).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2006	UNNAMED	1,524	66 km
2010	RX BURN	1,236	66 km
1994	SOMMERS	938	68 km
1988	PEACHY RD	812	65 km
2018	2018 BADGER RX BURNS	659	72 km
2019	2019 BADGER RX BURNS	627	71 km
2006	UNNAMED	612	70 km
2007	TOWER RD 2	592	65 km
2024	RX-HWY Y - SOUTH	553	23 km
2009	COLD SPRINGS	552	62 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	19°F (-7°C)	1.2 in	Coldest
February	22°F (-6°C)	1.1 in	Driest
March	33°F (1°C)	2.1 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.2 in
May	58°F (14°C)	3.2 in
June	67°F (20°C)	3.9 in
July	72°F (22°C)	3.9 in	Warmest
August	69°F (21°C)	3.9 in	Wettest
September	61°F (16°C)	3.7 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.4 in
November	36°F (2°C)	2.3 in
December	23°F (-5°C)	1.7 in

Cambridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 19°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.1").

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Cambridge is located in Dane County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 39.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 75.1% of the vote, a 51.7-point margin. 94.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 27 public libraries serving the community. 1,603 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.4%

D 75.1%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	34
Traffic Accidents	74
Avg Accident Severity	2.4 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	39.5%
	17% above US avg
High School+	95.8%
Graduate Degree+	10.7%
School Test Score	6.33

A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2	Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density	1,025/sq mi
Total Area	1.4 sq mi
County	Dane County County

Services

Broadband Access	94.6%
Avg Download Speed	125.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	19.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	27
Healthcare Facilities	1,603
Restaurants	1,425
Retail Stores	1,634

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.3 min
Drive Alone	80.8%
Public Transit	0.2%
Work from Home	9.8%

Average costs for common services in Cambridge. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit	$329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit	$188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning	$122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling	$235 ($141–$376)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement	$188 ($94–$329)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair	$376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install	$6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair	$941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement	$8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense	$4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation	$471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation	$2,353 ($941–$4,705)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71–$235)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47–$122)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47–$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$188 ($94–$376)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,269
Toddler	$1,120
Preschool	$1,120
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$953
Toddler	$866
Preschool	$866

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Dane County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	42,450	2,855	$74,523	0.82
Retail Trade	29,993	1,557	$38,610	0.84
Accommodation & Food Services	28,299	1,430	$24,526	0.87
Professional & Technical Services	26,499	2,808	$104,014	1.06
Manufacturing	26,318	560	$77,670	0.89
Information & Technology	19,267	439	$142,042	2.86
Construction	17,752	1,312	$83,346	0.94
Finance & Insurance	17,684	1,016	$116,277	1.21
Administrative & Waste Services	14,632	990	$49,179	0.69
Wholesale Trade	12,527	875	$88,397	0.89
Other Services	11,370	1,566	$55,188	1.05
Transportation & Warehousing	7,671	323	$50,598	0.50
Arts & Entertainment	6,021	306	$23,389	1.00
Management of Companies	5,354	222	$134,111	0.88
Real Estate	4,508	858	$61,946	0.81
Educational Services	4,143	319	$36,786	0.56
Agriculture & Forestry	2,445	150	$59,432	0.84
Utilities	1,034	12	$132,636	0.76
Mining & Oil/Gas	180	11	$94,421	0.13

Schools in Cambridge

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Cambridge Elementary	Elementary	430	31	13.9:1
Cambridge High	High	241	22	11.0:1
Nikolay Middle	Middle	207	15	13.8:1
Koshkonong Trails School (Charter)	High	33	3	11.0:1

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Radio Stations near Cambridge

21 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
95.5 The Bull	country	AAC
Wisconsin Public Radio: NPR News & Music Network	—	MP3 128 kbps
Wisconsin Public Radio: The Ideas Network	—	MP3 64 kbps
WSJY 107.3 FM - Fort Atkinson, WI	adult contemporary, holiday music (nov-dec)	MP3 64 kbps
The Big 1070	sports	AAC
106.7 The Bull	country	AAC
89.9FM WORT	—	MP3 192 kbps
107.9 The Bull	country	AAC+ 48 kbps
WJJO Solid Rock 94.1 JJO	—	MP3 96 kbps
106.1 The Bull	country, new country	AAC
101.7 The Bull	country	AAC
92.9 The Bull	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
98.1 The Bull	country	AAC
101.9 The Bull	—	AAC+ 64 kbps
WXXM "Rewind 92.1" Sun Prairie, WI	adult hits, classic hits	AAC 24 kbps
W270CW Iron Country 101.9 FM & WGEZ 1490 AM - Beloit,WI	classic country	AAC+ 32 kbps
WORT Community Radio	—	MP3 192 kbps
WPR News	—	MP3 64 kbps
WORT 89.9	—	MP3 192 kbps
WLHA	—	MP3 128 kbps
WCLO 1230 AM - Janesville, WI	talk	AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Cambridge

43 national parks and monuments found near Cambridge.

Park	Type	Fee
Allen Valley Siata	State Park	Free
Aztalan State Park	State Park	Free
Baraboo Hills Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Big Foot Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Blue Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Buckhorn State Park	State Park	Free
Burlington To Kansasville State Trail	State Park	Free
Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Campbellsport Drumlin State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Capital Springs Centennial State Park And Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Chain O'Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr	State Park	Free
Cross Plains State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Devils Lake State Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Eisenbahn State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Drumlin State Trail	State Park	Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access	State Park	Free
Governor Nelson State Park	State Park	Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Ice Age National Scenic Trail	National Scenic Trail	Free
Ice Age Trail - Sd	State Park	Free
Ice Age Trail - Se	State Park	Free
Kettle Moraine Railroad Siata	State Park	Free
Lake Kegonsa State Park	State Park	Free
Lowden State Park	State Park	Free
Mascoutin Valley State Trail	State Park	Free
Military Ridge State Trail	State Park	Free
Mirror Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Morraine Hills State Park	State Park	Free
Natural Bridge State Park	State Park	Free
New Glarus Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Ottawa Siata	State Park	Free
Presidential Park	State Park	Free
Richard Bong Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Roche A Cri State Park	State Park	Free
Rock Cut State Park	State Park	Free
Rocky Arbor State Park	State Park	Free
Sauk Prairie State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Sugar River State Trail	State Park	Free
White River State Trail	State Park	Free
Whitewater State Park	State Park	Free
Wild Goose State Trail	State Park	Free
Yellowstone Lake State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Cambridge

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
ALDO LEOPOLD NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		6082210404	$1,286,300
FORT ATKINSON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9205637769	$160,398
MILTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6088687772	$140,385
MILTON HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6088687772	$140,385
ROCK RIVER HERITAGE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9205632976	$129,562
OLD FALLS VILLAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	N96 W15791 COUNTY LINE ROAD	2625324775	$13,039
ALBION ACADEMY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6087744339
AZTALAN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	6264 N HWY Q	9206484632
COTTAGE GROVE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6088394140
GOLDEN DAYS OF BURLESQUE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC COOKSVILLE TRUST	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6088735066
JOHNSON CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	110 AZTALAN ST
KOSHKONONG PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	211 SOUTH STREET	6088276011
NATIONAL DAIRY SHRINE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
NATIONAL MIDGET AUTO RACING HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM	315 PARK ST
STERLING NORTH SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6088843074
STOUGHTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	324 S PAGE STREET	6088734797
SUN PRAIRIE HISTORICAL RESTORATIONS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SUN PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	SUN PRAIRIE	6088372915
SUN PRAIRIE LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM
TOBACCO CITY MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
WATERLOO AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	POLK ST
WISCONSIN FEDERATION OF STAMP CLUBS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Cambridge

Name	Address	Annual Visits
SUN PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY	1350 LINNERUD DR.	221,615
STOUGHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	304 S. 4TH ST.	144,647
DWIGHT FOSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	209 MERCHANTS AVE.	108,904
L.D. FARGO PUBLIC LIBRARY	120 E. MADISON ST.	101,008
MILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	430 E. HIGH ST., #100	69,175
EDGERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	101 ALBION ST.	67,902
KARL JUNGINGER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	625 N. MONROE ST.	39,969
JEFFERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY	321 S. MAIN ST.	36,814
CAMBRIDGE COMMUNITY LIBRARY	200 S. SPRING ST.	35,038
DEERFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	12 W. NELSON ST.	19,002
JOHNSON CREEK PUBLIC LIBRARY	125 LINCOLN ST.	17,009
MARSHALL COMMUNITY LIBRARY	605 WATERLOO RD.	13,365

Farmers Markets in Cambridge

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cambridge Open Air Market	100 East Main Street	06/03/2016 to 09/30/2016	Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Fort Atkinson Farmers Market	City parking lot on East ilwaukee Avenue
Fort Farmers Market	Municipal Parking Lot Milwaukee Ave E				Visit
Henry Street Farmers Market	Henry Street
Jefferson Farmers Market - Summer	East Racine Street and South Center Avenue	06/09/2016 to 10/06/2016	Thu: 11:00 AM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Lake Mills Farmers' Market	100 North Main Street - Commons Park	May to October	Wed:2:00 PM - 7:00 PM;		Visit
Mandt Marketplace	811 Fourth Streert	04/28/2013 to 09/22/2013	Sun: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM;	Yes
Prairie Lakes Farmers Market	2824 Prairie Lakes Dr, Ste. 201, Ste. 201		Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes
Stoughton Farmers Market	1050 W. Main Street
Sun Prairie Indoor Winter Farmers Market	301 Blankenheim Lane	11/05/2016 to 04/29/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Sun Prairie Outdoor Summer Farmers Market	300 East Main Street	05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Waterloo Farmers' Market in the Park	500 N Park Ave	05/16/2013 to 10/31/2013	Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;

Restaurants in Cambridge

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CC Sandwiches

Pizza Pit

The Keystone Grill

The Plow

Cafes in Cambridge

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cambridge Market Cafe

The Marigold Room

Gas Stations in Cambridge

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kwik Trip

Shell

Banks in Cambridge

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Badger Bank

United Community Bank

Golf Courses in Cambridge

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Ripley Country Club

Breweries in Cambridge

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Coaches Alley LLC	breweries & brew pubs, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants	151 N Monroe St	9204784488
Cove Bar The	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge resta	319 Parkview Dr	6088681618
Cully's Cocktail Lounge	bar & grill restaurants, Cocktail Lounges, cocktail lounges, Cocktail Lounges & Bars, Beer Taverns &	210 S Water St	6082059888	Visit
Fairview Inn	bar & grill restaurants, banquet facilities, food and drink, Restaurant, American, Buffet, breweries	711 W Racine St	9206746120
Gerks Junction	breweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants	2710 County Road V
Kurt's Never Inn	bar & grill restaurants, Bars, food and drink, Restaurants, drinking, hotels & motels, breweries & b	26 N Main St	6087648131
Kurts Place	shop, gallery, drinking, Restaurants, art, breweries & brew pubs, recreation, Taverns, bar & grill r	110 E Main St	6084232217
O'berg's Bar	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge restaurants, recre	348 Liguori Rd	6088849944
Shanksnova Brewing	Brewery, Wi>brewery	711 Oneida Ct
Tyranena Brewing Company	Brewery, Beer & Ale Distributors	1025 Owen St	9206488699	Visit
Union Jack's Bar	breweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants	12 S Water St E	9205632497
Utica Bar	bar & grill restaurants, Bars, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, breweries & brew pubs, Bar & Gril	2167 County Rd W	6084233522

Pharmacies in Cambridge

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
VILLAGE HEALTH MART PHARMACY AND GIFTS	109 WEST MAIN STREET	608-423-3231

Cell Towers in Cambridge

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
W 5633 HOGE RD (78338)	GTOWER	86
765 TOWER RD (38664)	LTOWER	81
W8538 Airport Road (78339)	LTOWER	77
4696 STATE ROAD 73 (38580)	LTOWER	72
298 EAST STATE ROAD 59 (38719)	LTOWER	61
8916 NORTH JOHN PAUL ROAD (66596)	MTOWER	58
W8752 HIGHWAY 12 (82210)	LTOWER	58
8108 North Riley Road (66598)	MTOWER	56
831 COUNTY ROAD A (38717)	LTOWER	52

Fire Stations in Cambridge

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Cambridge Fire Department	271 W Main	Volunteer			608-423-2014

Power Plants Near Cambridge

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
ROCKGEN ENERGY CENTER	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE	221112	-89.1	OP

Bridges in Cambridge

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1998	70	8,000	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2000	75	4,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	53	1,480	P
Slab	Concrete	1997	51	164	G

Superfund Sites Near Cambridge

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
DAIRYLAND POWER COOPERATIVE	2346 CLEARVIEW ROAD	DANE

Airports Near Cambridge

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Dane County Regional Truax Field	MSN	Medium Airport
Adkins Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Aerogrange Airport	—	Small Airport
Air Troy Estates Restricted Airport	—	Small Airport
Al's Airway Airport	—	Small Airport
Albany Airport	—	Small Airport
Ames Private Airport	—	Small Airport
BAKER'S ACRES AIRSTRIP	—	Small Airport
Bancroft East Airport	—	Small Airport
Baraboo Wisconsin Dells Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Barker Strip	—	Small Airport
Barten Airport	—	Small Airport
Beloit Airport	—	Small Airport
Big Foot Airfield	—	Small Airport
Bingham Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Airfield	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Farms Inc Airport	—	Small Airport
Blackhawk Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Bob Walberg Field	—	Small Airport
Bountiful Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Brodhead Airport	—	Small Airport
Buena Vista Airport	—	Small Airport
Burlington Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Cardinal Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Carlson Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Chester Wyss Airport	—	Small Airport
Christie Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Clover Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Coleman Airport	—	Small Airport
Compass Rose Airport	—	Small Airport
Cottonwood Airport	—	Small Airport
Dacy Airport	—	Small Airport
Dane Airport	—	Small Airport
Darrington Airport	—	Small Airport
Del Monte Airport	—	Small Airport
Der Schwarzwald Airport	—	Small Airport
Dinnerbell Airport	—	Small Airport
Docken Field	—	Small Airport
Dodge County Airport	UNU	Small Airport
Doering Farms Airfield	—	Small Airport
Early-Merkel Field	—	Small Airport
East Troy Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Eberle Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Elert Airport	—	Small Airport
Ellis Airport	—	Small Airport
Erin Aero Airport	—	Small Airport
Fletcher Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Fox Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying H Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Q Farm Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Cambridge

9 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

City of Sun Prairie Police Department
City of Sun Prairie Police Department
Division of Community Corrections
Edgerton Police Department	215 West Fulton Street
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office	411 South Center Avenue
Lake Mills Police Department	200 Water Street
Milton Police Department	South Janesville Street
Stoughton Police Department
Waterloo Police Department

Grocery Stores in Cambridge

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dollar General 10132	Other	213 Jefferson St
Kwik Trip 1507	Convenience Store	550 Westgate Ct
PIGGLY WIGGLY 167	Super Store	100 Jefferson St
Refuel Pantry- Cambridge	Convenience Store	281 W Main St

Treatment Centers in Cambridge

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Fort Healthcare - Behavioral Health	Substance Abuse	920-563-9542
Stoughton Hospital Association	Both	608-873-6611

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cambridge

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
GRACE INSTITUTE FOR SPIRITUAL FORMATION	213 WAVERLY DR
LONDON MORAVIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 45
RISEN CHRIST HOLY SPIRIT CHURCH	W9535 SKOGEN RD
ST JAMES LUTHERAN CHURCH	415 E NORTH ST
ST PIUS X CONGREGATION	701 W WATER ST
WILLERUP CHURCH INC	414 W WATER ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cambridge

What is the population of Cambridge?

Cambridge has a population of 1,507 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 1,025 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Cambridge expensive to live in?

Cambridge is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $93,424, 24% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $280,000 (1% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cambridge safe?

Cambridge is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 108 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,331 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cambridge receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cambridge?

Cambridge has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.1 inches, with 51.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Cambridge?

The job market in Cambridge is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,432. There are 18,084 business establishments in the area, including 1,425 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 9.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cambridge?

The median home value in Cambridge is $280,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $360,806. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,120. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 75.1%. The average annual property tax is $8,743.

How are the schools in Cambridge?

Schools in Cambridge score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 39.5% of adults in Cambridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. 10.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cambridge?

The obesity rate in Cambridge is 34.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.2% of adults are smokers. 21.9% are physically inactive. 26.1% of residents report depression. 6.8% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 94.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:781.

What is transportation like in Cambridge?

The average commute in Cambridge is 27 minutes. 80.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cambridge?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cambridge is 95.3% White. 95.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.7% speak Spanish. 5.3% of the population are military veterans. 11.8% of residents have a disability. 96.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Lake Ripley, WI 1,972 pop · 1.6 mi Deerfield, WI 2,489 pop · 4.0 mi Lake Mills, WI 6,391 pop · 7.6 mi Fort Atkinson, WI 12,490 pop · 10.6 mi Jefferson, WI 7,722 pop · 10.8 mi Cottage Grove, WI 7,906 pop · 11.0 mi Marshall, WI 3,806 pop · 11.5 mi Stoughton, WI 13,063 pop · 11.7 mi Edgerton, WI 5,924 pop · 11.8 mi Waterloo, WI 3,542 pop · 12.3 mi McFarland, WI 9,230 pop · 13.3 mi Johnson Creek, WI 3,367 pop · 13.6 mi Monona, WI 8,604 pop · 16.1 mi Sun Prairie, WI 36,455 pop · 16.3 mi

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