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Greenbush, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Greenbush is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 122. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
122 Population 158/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $41,337 per capita
$175,000 Home Value $408,613 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$175,000 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population122
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density158/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$41,337
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$6,749M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$408,613
Housing Units86
Rent Burden24.9%

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking14.1%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation995 ft (303 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries7

Is Greenbush a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenbush receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Greenbush offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenbush is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 16.7% 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 Greenbush is $175,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenbush 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 31.5 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Greenbush has a population of 122 with a density of 158 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

122
Total Population
158
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68%
Female 32%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenbush vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Greenbush vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenbush is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Greenbush vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,337
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$77,525

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,535
County GDP$6,749M

Business (County)

Restaurants233
Healthcare241
Retail304
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,030
72% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone60.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home39.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenbush is $175,000, 38% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $408,613.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,000
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$408,613

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.6%
Housing Units86
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,030
72% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Greenbush, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.5%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.5%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death7,377/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access79.1%
Healthcare Facilities241
Greenbush 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 31.5 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 Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.5 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation995 ft (303 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density158/sq mi
Coordinates43.7781°N, 88.0941°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.7-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 28.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+92.7%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density158/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities241
Restaurants233
Retail Stores304

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone60.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home39.8%

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