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Camp Douglas, WI

Wisconsin

Camp Douglas is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 646. Residents earn $63,125 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
646 Population 640/sq mi density
$63,125 Median Income $24,050 per capita
$114,000 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 23.4% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$63,125 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,000 home value, $800/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,000
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population646
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density640/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans12.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$24,050
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty15.7%
County GDP$1,233M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,000
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units256
Rent Burden23.4%

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking18.0%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation950 ft (290 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Broadband77.6%
Libraries5

Is Camp Douglas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camp Douglas receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Camp Douglas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camp Douglas is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camp Douglas is $114,000, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Camp Douglas experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 46.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Camp Douglas has a population of 646 with a density of 640 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

646
Total Population
640
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Camp Douglas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Camp Douglas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camp Douglas is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Camp Douglas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,125
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,050
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$59,403

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)736
County GDP$1,233M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare49
Retail81
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Camp Douglas is $114,000, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,000
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden23.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.7%
Housing Units256
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,068
45% above US avg
Effective Rate4.45%
In Camp Douglas, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Camp Douglas vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,340
Dentists1:2,687
Mental Health1:451
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death8,839/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access52.2%
Healthcare Facilities49
Camp Douglas has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall46.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation950 ft (290 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density640/sq mi
Coordinates43.9197°N, 90.2697°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.2-point margin. 77.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 32.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density640/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.6%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants83
Retail Stores81

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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