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Cross Plains, WI

Wisconsin · Dane County · Madison Metro

Cross Plains is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 4,059. Residents earn $103,389 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
4,059 Population 2,159/sq mi density
$103,389 Median Income $45,552 per capita
$347,400 Home Value $491,001 Zillow
$1,371 Median Rent 26.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
92 Violent Crime/100K 529 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,389 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$347,400 home value, $1,371/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
92 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $103,389
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $347,400
23% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 92/100K
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.5%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,371
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,059
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density2,159/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,389
Per Capita$45,552
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$62,806M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$347,400
Rent$1,371
Ownership69.0%
Zillow$491,001
Housing Units1,589
Rent Burden26.0%

Crime

F
Violent92/100K
Property529/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault69/100K
Burglary69/100K

Health

Obesity33.0%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking10.6%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation873 ft (266 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.5%
High School+98.2%
Graduate+13.4%
School Score6.33

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 75%
Commute23 min
Broadband95.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries27

Is Cross Plains a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cross Plains receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Cross Plains offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cross Plains is $103,389, which is significantly higher than the national average / 38% above $75,149. This places Cross Plains among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cross Plains is $347,400, 23% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,371 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cross Plains is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 529 per 100,000, 73% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cross Plains experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°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 35.8 inches, including 30.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Cross Plains has a population of 4,059 with a density of 2,159 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.4% female and 47.6% male. The city is predominantly White (92.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 4.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 8.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 99.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,059
Total Population
2,159
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cross Plains vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cross Plains vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cross Plains is $103,389, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,552 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,432. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% 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 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 16.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Cross Plains vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,389
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,552
Avg Weekly Wage$1,432
IRS Avg AGI$103,538
Gini Index0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,084
County GDP$62,806M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,425
Healthcare1,603
Retail1,634
Manufacturing517

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,743
150% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cross Plains is $347,400, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $491,001, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,371 (18% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,589 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $8,743 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$347,400
23% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$491,001
Median List Price$679,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$679,450
$/Sq Ft$266
Homes Sold8
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,371
18% above US avg
Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.0%
Owner-Occupied69.0%
Renter-Occupied31.0%
Housing Units1,589
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,743
150% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Cross Plains, 33.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.5% of residents, below the national average. 24.3% have high blood pressure. 10.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 22.8% report binge drinking. 19.3% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.4% experience frequent mental distress. 6.0% 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: Cross Plains vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure24.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.6%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.4%
Short Sleep28.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:781
Dentists1:1,328
Mental Health1:197
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits72.0%
Premature Death5,427/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access94.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,603
Cross Plains has a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 69.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 23.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 529 per 100,000, 73% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 391, burglary at 69, vehicle theft at 69 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 34 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cross Plains receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent92.0/100K
76% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape23.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault69.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property529.2/100K
73% below US avg
Burglary69.0/100K
Theft391.2/100K
Vehicle Theft69.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
Traffic Accidents10
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Cross Plains experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches. The area receives 30.0 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 873 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation873 ft (266 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density2,159/sq mi
Coordinates43.1150°N, 89.6471°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyDane County County
Nearest AirportDane County Regional/Truax Field (MSN)
16 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.8"
6% below US avg
Snowfall 30.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.17"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.14"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

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

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score93.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability15.9 / 100
Community Resilience97.8 / 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

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Mar 25, 2015.

Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

539 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 24 fatalities, 599 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 7, 1984 EF5 32 km 9
Jul 3, 1983 EF4 42 km 0
Apr 21, 1974 EF4 97 km 0
Apr 19, 1957 EF4 94 km 1
Sep 26, 1951 EF4 51 km 1
Aug 7, 2021 EF3 87 km 0
Jun 16, 2014 EF3 15 km 0
Aug 18, 2005 EF3 28 km 1
Jun 23, 2004 EF3 84 km 0
Jun 23, 2004 EF3 84 km 1
Jun 17, 1992 EF3 28 km 0
May 8, 1988 EF3 76 km 0
Jun 8, 1984 EF3 50 km 0
Jun 5, 1980 EF3 71 km 0
Apr 7, 1980 EF3 68 km 0
Jun 4, 1975 EF3 36 km 0
Apr 21, 1974 EF3 87 km 0
Apr 21, 1974 EF3 84 km 2
Aug 2, 1967 EF3 16 km 2
Apr 16, 1967 EF3 70 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 95 km
2010 RX BURN 1,236 95 km
1994 SOMMERS 938 93 km
1988 PEACHY RD 812 92 km
2018 2018 BADGER RX BURNS 659 30 km
2019 2019 BADGER RX BURNS 627 29 km
2006 UNNAMED 612 93 km
2007 TOWER RD 2 592 92 km
2024 RX-HWY Y - SOUTH 553 75 km
2009 COLD SPRINGS 552 49 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.1 in
March 32°F (0°C) 2.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
June 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
July 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 4.2 in Wettest
September 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.4 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.2 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.7 in

Cross Plains has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 18°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.2") and January the driest (1.1").

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Cross Plains is located in Dane County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 40.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 20% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. 13.4% 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. 95.3% 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. 74.7% 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 Accidents10
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.5%
20% above US avg
High School+98.2%
Graduate Degree+13.4%
School Test Score6.33
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density2,159/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi
CountyDane County County

Services

Broadband Access95.3%
Avg Download Speed125.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed19.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities1,603
Restaurants1,425
Retail Stores1,634

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone74.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.3%
Average costs for common services in Cross Plains. 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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

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 Cross Plains

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Glacier Creek Middle Middle 935 80 11.7:1
Park Elementary Elementary 252 20 12.6:1
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Radio Stations near Cross Plains

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Wisconsin Public Radio: NPR News & Music Network MP3 128 kbps
Wisconsin Public Radio: The Ideas Network MP3 64 kbps
The Big 1070 sports AAC
89.9FM WORT MP3 192 kbps
Classically Christian - WCNP christian, classical music AAC+ 32 kbps
WLHA MP3 128 kbps
WORT 89.9 MP3 192 kbps
WPR News MP3 64 kbps
WORT Community Radio MP3 192 kbps
WJJO Solid Rock 94.1 JJO MP3 96 kbps
WXXM "Rewind 92.1" Sun Prairie, WI adult hits, classic hits AAC 24 kbps

National Parks Near Cross Plains

39 national parks and monuments found near Cross Plains.

ParkTypeFee
Aztalan State Park State Park Free
Baraboo Hills Recreation Area State Park Free
Bellevue State Park State Park Free
Belmont Mound State Park State Park Free
Blue Mound State Park State Park Free
Buckhorn State Park State Park Free
Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area State Park Free
Capital Springs Centennial State Park And Recreation Area 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
Elroy-Sparta 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 Dodge State Park State Park Free
Governor Nelson State Park State Park Free
Hillsboro State Trail State Park Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park State Park Free
Ice Age National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Ice Age Trail - Lm State Park Free
Ice Age Trail - Sd State Park Free
Lake Kegonsa State Park State Park Free
Military Ridge State Trail State Park Free
Mill Bluff State Park-Iansr State Park Free
Mirror Lake State Park State Park Free
Mound View State Trail State Park Free
Natural Bridge State Park State Park Free
New Glarus Woods State Park State Park Free
Pecatonica State Trail 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
The 400 State Trail State Park Free
Tower Hill State Park State Park Free
Whitewater State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Mountain State Park State Park Free
Yellowstone Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Cross Plains

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
EDGEWOOD COLLEGE GALLERYART MUSEUM$63,555,810
WISCONSIN HISTORICAL FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION816 STATE STREET6082646555$4,607,597
HENRY VILAS PARK ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION6082664732$3,261,511
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF PAKISTAN STUDIESGENERAL MUSEUM$754,157
BADGER HONER FLIGHTHISTORIC PRESERVATION6086160243$728,185
RHAPSODY ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM1031 N EDGE TRAIL6088482044$361,903
CENTER FOR RAILROAD PHOTOGRAPHY AND ARTGENERAL MUSEUM1914 MONROE STREET6082515785$211,370
MOUNT HOREB AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$199,720
MT HOREB MUSTARD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7477 HUBBARD AVENUE6088312222$62,046
NATIONAL MUSTARD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6088312222$62,046
SAUK PRAIRIE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6086448444$37,264
AMERICAN POULTRY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ART HISTORY GALLERYART MUSEUM
BADGER HISTORY GROUPHISTORY MUSEUMNORTH FREEDOM6084480244
BELLEVILLE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BLACK EARTH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6087672289
BLUE MOUNDS AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
BTIM BIOTECH INDUSTRY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
CHAZEN MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM6082632246
CLAN MACLAINE OF LOCHBUIEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CROSS PLAINS BERRY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6087982147
FITCHBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6087291783
GEOLOGY MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6082621412
GEOLOGY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6082622399
HARRISBURG-TROY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2402 COUNTY ROAD E
HELEN LOUISE ALLEN TEXTILE COLLECTIONART MUSEUM
HENRY VILAS ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION702 S RANDALL AVENUE6082664732
HISTORIC BLOOMING GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
L.R. INGERSOLL PHYSICS MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6082623898
LODI VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6093991801
MADISON SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
MARSHALL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION128 E MAIN6086553610
MAZOMANIE HISTORIC ART CENTERART MUSEUM
MAZOMANIE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6087952992
MIDDLETON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6088367614
PLANETARIUM AND OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
PORTER BUTTS GALLERYART MUSEUM
S GAUGE WISCONSINHISTORIC PRESERVATION
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN ZOOLOGICAL MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6082637888
UWM ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM
UWMC PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6082623071
WEST POINT AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONN2114 RAUSCH RD3198376315
WILDLIFE EXOTIC AND ZOO ANIMAL MEDICINE CLUBZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
WISCONSIN FOLK MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6084376468
WISCONSIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY ACQUISITIONSHISTORIC PRESERVATION6082646598
WISCONSIN UNION ART GALLERIESART MUSEUM6082625969

Libraries in Cross Plains

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MIDDLETON PUBLIC LIBRARY7425 HUBBARD AVE.0.0344,515
VERONA PUBLIC LIBRARY500 SILENT ST.0.0225,404
FITCHBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY5530 LACY RD.0.0185,536
WAUNAKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY710 SOUTH ST.0.0161,567
RUTH CULVER COMMUNITY LIBRARY540 WATER ST.0.096,643
MOUNT HOREB PUBLIC LIBRARY105 PERIMETER ST.0.089,050
SAUK CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY515 WATER ST.0.067,153
ROSEMARY GARFOOT PUBLIC LIBRARY2107 JULIUS ST.0.066,144
LODI WOMAN'S CLUB PUBLIC LIBRARY130 LODI ST.0.041,236
BLACK EARTH PUBLIC LIBRARY1210 MILLS ST.0.019,222
MAZOMANIE FREE LIBRARY102 BRODHEAD ST.0.013,698
BARNEVELD PUBLIC LIBRARY107 W. ORBISON ST.0.07,345

Farmers Markets in Cross Plains

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cross Plains Farmers MarketGlacier's Edge Square06/07/2017 to 08/30/2017Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;
Downtown Middleton Farmers' MarketTerrace Avenue05/07/2013 to 10/15/2013Tue: 3:00 PM-6:30 PM;Visit
Fitchburg Center Farmers Market5511 East Cheryl Parkway05/01/2014 to 10/30/2014Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Greenway Station Farmers' Market Greenway Boulevard & Deming WayVisit
Hilldale Farmers MarketHilldale Shopping Center, 702 N. Midvale Boulevard05/28/2016 to 11/05/2016Wed: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Lodi Valley Farmers' Market902 W Main St. (Hwy 113)04/26/2013 to 10/25/2013Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;
MADWest Winter Farmers' Market55 South Gammon Road01/01/2019 to 02/23/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Yes
mazomanie farmers market117 brodhead street
MIDDLETON FARMERS MARKETGreenway Blvd. & Deming Way
Mt. Horeb Farmers Market300 block of E. Main Street06/16/2016 to Thu: 3:00 PM-6:30 PM;YesVisit
sauk city farmers market612 water st
Sauk Prairie Farmers MarketVisit
SOUTHWEST FARMERS MARKET
Verona Farmers' Market306 S. Main St05/07/2013 to 10/07/2013Tue: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Waunakee Farm MarketWaun_A_Bowl prking lot
Westside Community MarketUniversity Ave. & Segoe Rd.04/16/2016 to 11/05/2016Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Winter Farmers Market and Meal for Hope 900 University Bay Dr.Visit
Winter Farmers Market and Meal for Hope617 Everglade Dr.Visit
Winter Farmers Market and Meal for Hope3102 Prairie Rd.Visit
Winter Farmers Market and Meal for Hope 5705 Lacy Rd.Visit
Winter Farmers Market and Meal for Hope427 South Main St.Visit

Restaurants in Cross Plains

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hilltop Inn
Taqueria El Milagro

Cafes in Cross Plains

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crossroads Coffeehouse

Clinics in Cross Plains

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cross Plains Clinic
UW Health

Gas Stations in Cross Plains

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kwik Trip

Banks in Cross Plains

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Monona Bank
State Bank of Cross Plains - Motorbank

Gyms in Cross Plains

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Challenge Fit LLC
Snap Fitness

Breweries in Cross Plains

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Capital Brewery & Bier GartenBrewery, Beer Garden7734 Terrace Ave6088367100Visit
Gray's Tied HouseBrewery, American Restaurant950 Kimball Ln6088452337Visit
Great Dane Pub & Brewing CompanyBrewery, Beer Garden, and American Restaurant2980 Cahill Main(608) 442-9000, 6084429000Visit
Hop Haus Brewing CompanyBreweries, Food & Drink231 S Main St16084973165
Keg Thebreweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge resta7773 Martinsville Rd6087983730
Maybe Againcocktail lounge restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, Bars, cocktail lounges, food and drink, Restau638 Water St6083706608
Mickey D's Corner Barbar & grill restaurants, Bars, pub restaurants, Restaurants, breweries & brew pubs, Bar & Grills, re102 Dane St6088497439, 6088497837Visit
Parched EagleBrewery5440 Willow RdVisit
Rockhound Brewing CompanyBrewery444 S Park St
Schneid's Sports Bar and Grill - ClosedRestaurant, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, recreation, Bar & Grill Re2952 Fish Hatchery Rd6082713644, 6.082713644E9Visit
The Grumpy Troll Brew Pub and PizzeriaBrewery, Pizza Place, Brewery and Pizza Place105 S 2nd St6084372739Visit
The Grumpy Troll BrewpubBrewery, Restaurants, Wisconsin (wi), Mount Horeb, Mount Horeb Restaurants105 S Second StVisit
The Lone Girl Brewing CompanyBrewery, Pub, American Restaurant114 E Main St6088507175Visit
Vintage Brewing Co.Brewery, Gastropub, and American Restaurant674 S Whitney Way6082042739Visit
Wisconsin Brewing Co, Wisconsin Brewing CompanyBrew Pubs, Restaurants, Food & Drink, Beer & Ale, Breweries, Brewery, Liquor Stores1079 American Way6088481079Visit

Pharmacies in Cross Plains

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CROSS PLAINS PHARMACY 1910 MAIN STREET 608-798-3031
WALGREENS - 12603 2575 MAIN STREET 608-798-4003

EV Charging Stations in Cross Plains

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
MGE THE PIG CROSS P28 Glaciers Edge SquareChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Cross Plains

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2442 STATE HWY 92 (64270)LTOWER88
6207 BARMAN RD (64265)MTOWER82
N1306 PINE HOLLOW ROAD (38683)LTOWER61
E10554 PRAIRIE RD (Sauk City)TOWER61
6910 US HIGHWAY 12 (64286)MTOWER60
1425 SAYLES TRAIL (64273)MTOWER56
300 PROSPECT AVENUE (78352)LTOWER44

Fire Stations in Cross Plains

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cross Plains-Berry Fire Department1501 Bourbon RDVolunteer608-798-2220

Bridges in Cross Plains

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete20153112,100G
SlabConcrete19353010,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19356710,900F
SlabConcrete19354210,900F
SlabConcrete continuous2014675,400G
CulvertConcrete continuous1966225,200G
CulvertSteel1959403,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1939642,400F
SlabConcrete2023491,309G
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron201423270G
SlabConcrete200436263G
SlabConcrete201631100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19644182F
CulvertConcrete20042620G

Amtrak Stations in Cross Plains

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Madison, WI250 North Lake StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Cross Plains

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
WIS DOA / UW-MADISON WALNUT ST. PLT.WALNUT STREETDANE

Airports Near Cross Plains

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dane County Regional Truax FieldMSNMedium Airport
Albany AirportSmall Airport
Atkins Ridge AirportSmall Airport
BAKER'S ACRES AIRSTRIPSmall Airport
Bancroft East AirportSmall Airport
Baraboo Wisconsin Dells Regional AirportSmall Airport
Bed-Ah-Wick FieldSmall Airport
Beloit AirportSmall Airport
Blackhawk AirfieldSmall Airport
Blackhawk Farms Inc AirportSmall Airport
Brodhead AirportSmall Airport
Bulldog Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cacic AirportSmall Airport
Cardinal Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Chester Wyss AirportSmall Airport
Clearwater Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Coleman AirportSmall Airport
Compass Rose AirportSmall Airport
Dane AirportSmall Airport
Darlington Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Darrington AirportSmall Airport
Del Monte AirportSmall Airport
Der Schwarzwald AirportSmall Airport
Digger Doug AirportSmall Airport
Docken FieldSmall Airport
Early-Merkel FieldSmall Airport
Eberle Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Elert AirportSmall Airport
Ellis AirportSmall Airport
Elroy Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Flying H AirportSmall Airport
Flying Z Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Forseth FieldSmall Airport
Foster FieldSmall Airport
Fountain Prairie AirportSmall Airport
Freeport/Dornink AirportSmall Airport
Gerbick AirportSmall Airport
Gilbert FieldSmall Airport
Hallick Farm AirportSmall Airport
Harry D Fenton AirportSmall Airport
Hecklers' StripSmall Airport
Higgins AirportSmall Airport
Hillman AirportSmall Airport
Hird AirportSmall Airport
Hughes AirportSmall Airport
Iowa County AirportSmall Airport
Jana AirportSmall Airport
Jim Benson FieldSmall Airport
Knutson FieldSmall Airport
Koch AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Cross Plains

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
BLue Mounds Police Department11011 Brigham Avenue
Central Campus Police
Cross Plains Police Department
Fitchburg Police Department5520 Lacy Road
Sauk Prairie Police Department640 13th Street
Verona Police

Grocery Stores in Cross Plains

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
KWIK TRIP 833Convenience Store2508 Main St
Terry's Piggly Wiggly 185Super Store28 Glacier Edge Sq
Walgreens 12603Other2575 Main St

Post Offices in Cross Plains

0 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress

Treatment Centers in Cross Plains

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Pauquette Center for - Psychological ServicesBoth608-742-5518
Rainbow Project Inc - Branch OfficeMental Health608-255-7356
Saint Marys Hospital Medical CenterMental Health608-258-6697
UnityPoint Health/Meriter Hospital - Child and Adol Psychiatry ProgramMental Health608-417-6000

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cross Plains

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COMBAT ROSARIES FOR HEROES INC3676 COUNTY ROAD P
GENESIS CAMPUS MINISTRIES INC2708 BIRCHWOOD PASS
ST FRANCIS XAVIER PARISH AND SCHOOL SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION INC2749 THINNES STREET
ST MARTINS LUTHERAN CHURCH2427 CHURCH ST

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Mines
5
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Historic Markers
3
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cross Plains

What is the population of Cross Plains?

Cross Plains has a population of 4,059 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 2,159 people per square mile, spread across 1.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.9 years. The population is 52.4% female and 47.6% male.

Is Cross Plains expensive to live in?

Cross Plains 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 $103,389, 38% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $347,400 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,371 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cross Plains safe?

Cross Plains is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 529 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Cross Plains receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cross Plains?

Cross Plains has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.8 inches, with 30.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Cross Plains?

The job market in Cross Plains is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.6% / 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 23 minutes, and 16.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cross Plains?

The median home value in Cross Plains is $347,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $491,001. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,371. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.0%. The average annual property tax is $8,743.

How are the schools in Cross Plains?

Schools in Cross Plains score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 40.5% of adults in Cross Plains hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. 13.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cross Plains?

The obesity rate in Cross Plains is 33.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 10.6% of adults are smokers. 19.3% are physically inactive. 25.7% of residents report depression. 6.0% 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 Cross Plains?

The average commute in Cross Plains is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 16.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cross Plains?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cross Plains is 92.2% White, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 4.1% of the population are military veterans. 8.1% of residents have a disability. 99.5% have health insurance coverage.

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