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Lake Mills, WI

Wisconsin · Jefferson County

Lake Mills is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 6,391. Residents earn $87,039 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,391 Population 1,529/sq mi density
$87,039 Median Income $41,944 per capita
$282,400 Home Value $411,308 Zillow
$1,095 Median Rent 26.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
168 Violent Crime/100K 252 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,039 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$282,400 home value, $1,095/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
168 violent crimes/100K (56% below avg)
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $87,039
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $282,400
0% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 168/100K
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,095
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,391
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,529/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,039
Per Capita$41,944
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$4,923M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$282,400
Rent$1,095
Ownership68.6%
Zillow$411,308
Housing Units2,807
Rent Burden26.4%

Crime

F
Violent168/100K
Property252/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault118/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking11.6%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation829 ft (253 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+96.5%
Graduate+15.8%
School Score5.88

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute25 min
Broadband93.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Lake Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Mills 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. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lake Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Mills is $87,039, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Mills is $282,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,095 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Lake Mills is below the national average at 168 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 252 per 100,000, 87% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Mills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 42.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lake Mills has a population of 6,391 with a density of 1,529 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.2% female and 51.8% male. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents. 6.4% of the population are veterans. 9.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 99.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

6,391
Total Population
1,529
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Mills is $87,039, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,944. The average weekly wage is $1,042, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,344 business establishments, including 201 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 14.3% of workers work from home.

Income: Lake Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,039
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,944
Avg Weekly Wage$1,042
IRS Avg AGI$75,650
Gini Index0.402 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,344
County GDP$4,923M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare218
Retail277
Manufacturing139

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,930
69% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Mills is $282,400, 0% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $411,308, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.9% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,095 (6% 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. 68.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,807 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. The average annual property tax is $5,930 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$282,400
0% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$411,308
Median List Price$399,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,500
$/Sq Ft$223
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops21.4%
Inventory14

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,095
6% below US avg
Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.6%
Owner-Occupied68.6%
Renter-Occupied31.4%
Housing Units2,807
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,930
69% above US avg
Effective Rate2.10%
In Lake Mills, 38.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 25.7% have high blood pressure. 11.6% are current smokers. 21.7% report binge drinking. 23.1% are physically inactive. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.4% experience frequent mental distress. 6.7% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,574. The dentist ratio is 1:1,589. 74.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.2 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Lake Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.6%
17% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep29.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,574
Dentists1:1,589
Mental Health1:841
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits74.7%
Premature Death7,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access74.9%
Healthcare Facilities218
Lake Mills has a violent crime rate of 168 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 117.7 per 100,000, robbery at 16.8, rape at 33.6. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 252 per 100,000, 87% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 151, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 101 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lake Mills receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent168.1/100K
56% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape33.6/100K
Robbery16.8/100K
Assault117.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property252.1/100K
87% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft151.3/100K
Vehicle Theft100.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents66
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Lake Mills experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. The area receives 42.3 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 829 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation829 ft (253 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density1,529/sq mi
Coordinates43.0776°N, 88.9064°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJefferson County County
Nearest AirportDane County Regional/Truax Field (MSN)
22 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.0"
3% below US avg
Snowfall 42.3"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.98"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.14"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0493 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score75.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability19.8 / 100
Community Resilience92.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 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 M3.8 128 km
Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 108 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

579 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 56 fatalities, 1,343 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 18, 1996 EF5 73 km 0
Jun 7, 1984 EF5 88 km 9
Apr 27, 1984 EF4 45 km 1
Apr 4, 1981 EF4 69 km 3
Apr 21, 1974 EF4 75 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 95 km 24
Aug 22, 1964 EF4 87 km 0
Apr 3, 1956 EF4 95 km 7
Sep 26, 1951 EF4 52 km 1
Jun 16, 2014 EF3 54 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 77 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 75 km 0
Aug 18, 2005 EF3 46 km 1
Jun 23, 2004 EF3 66 km 1
Jun 23, 2004 EF3 72 km 0
Jun 17, 1992 EF3 55 km 0
Jun 8, 1984 EF3 49 km 0
Jun 5, 1980 EF3 13 km 0
Apr 7, 1980 EF3 45 km 0
Jun 5, 1977 EF3 84 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 55 km
2010 RX BURN 1,236 55 km
1994 SOMMERS 938 57 km
1988 PEACHY RD 812 55 km
2018 2018 BADGER RX BURNS 659 76 km
2019 2019 BADGER RX BURNS 627 75 km
2006 UNNAMED 612 59 km
2007 TOWER RD 2 592 55 km
2024 RX-HWY Y - SOUTH 553 18 km
2009 COLD SPRINGS 552 74 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 34°F (1°C) 2.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
June 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
July 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in Warmest, Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.9 in
September 61°F (16°C) 3.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 36°F (2°C) 2.3 in
December 23°F (-5°C) 1.7 in

Lake Mills has a seasonal temperature swing of 54°F / from 19°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.1").

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Lake Mills is located in Jefferson County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 45.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 34% above the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. 15.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 57.5% of the vote, a 16.4-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 218 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.1%

Winner: Republican by 16.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents66
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+96.5%
Graduate Degree+15.8%
School Test Score5.88
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,529/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi
CountyJefferson County County

Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Avg Download Speed107.3 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed5.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities218
Restaurants201
Retail Stores277

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%
Average costs for common services in Lake Mills. 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)
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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)
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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,022
Toddler$909
Preschool$909
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$758
Toddler$736
Preschool$736
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Jefferson County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 9,275 154 $70,851 3.36
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,139 414 $44,227 0.86
Retail Trade 3,771 242 $31,838 1.12
Accommodation & Food Services 2,469 192 $18,090 0.81
Construction 2,028 286 $77,070 1.15
Administrative & Waste Services 1,490 93 $44,523 0.75
Transportation & Warehousing 1,135 94 $50,985 0.80
Wholesale Trade 919 106 $70,859 0.69
Other Services 786 150 $41,276 0.78
Professional & Technical Services 756 168 $88,501 0.32
Finance & Insurance 664 113 $72,041 0.49
Arts & Entertainment 602 36 $20,508 1.07
Management of Companies 432 16 $97,202 0.76
Real Estate 239 81 $49,060 0.46
Information & Technology 217 24 $53,636 0.34
Utilities 82 7 $131,489 0.64
Educational Services 29 9 $14,584 0.04

Schools in Lake Mills

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lake Mills Elementary Elementary 610 39 15.6:1
Lake Mills High High 488 31 15.7:1
Lake Mills Middle Middle 410 32 12.8:1
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Radio Stations near Lake Mills

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
95.5 The Bull country AAC
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
89.9FM WORT — MP3 192 kbps
107.9 The Bull country AAC+ 48 kbps
106.7 The Bull country AAC
WCLO 1230 AM - Janesville, WI talk AAC+ 32 kbps
WLHA — MP3 128 kbps
WPR News — MP3 64 kbps
WJJO Solid Rock 94.1 JJO — MP3 96 kbps
WXXM "Rewind 92.1" Sun Prairie, WI adult hits, classic hits AAC 24 kbps
101.9 The Bull — AAC+ 64 kbps
98.1 The Bull country AAC
92.9 The Bull — AAC+ 64 kbps
101.7 The Bull country AAC
106.1 The Bull country, new country AAC

National Parks Near Lake Mills

40 national parks and monuments found near Lake Mills.

ParkTypeFee
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
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
Hank Aaron State Trail 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
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
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

Museums in Lake Mills

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
FORT ATKINSON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9205637769$160,398
ROCK RIVER HERITAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION9205632976$129,562
OCTAGON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION9202612796$32,984
OLD FALLS VILLAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMN96 W15791 COUNTY LINE ROAD2625324775$13,039
ALBION ACADEMY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6087744339
AZTALAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6264 N HWY Q9206484632
BARK RIVER WOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONW4080 STATE RD 106 E9205634773
JOHNSON CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION110 AZTALAN ST
KOSHKONONG PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION211 SOUTH STREET6088276011
LEBANON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION9209253075
NATIONAL DAIRY SHRINE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
STERLING NORTH SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6088843074
TOBACCO CITY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
WATERLOO AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPOLK ST
WHITEWATER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Lake Mills

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WATERTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY100 S. WATER ST.0.0188,573
DWIGHT FOSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY209 MERCHANTS AVE.0.0108,904
L.D. FARGO PUBLIC LIBRARY120 E. MADISON ST.0.0101,008
IRVIN L. YOUNG MEMORIAL LIBRARY431 W. CENTER ST.0.068,023
EDGERTON PUBLIC LIBRARY101 ALBION ST.0.067,902
KARL JUNGINGER MEMORIAL LIBRARY625 N. MONROE ST.0.039,969
JEFFERSON PUBLIC LIBRARY321 S. MAIN ST.0.036,814
CAMBRIDGE COMMUNITY LIBRARY200 S. SPRING ST.0.035,038
DEERFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY12 W. NELSON ST.0.019,002
JOHNSON CREEK PUBLIC LIBRARY125 LINCOLN ST.0.017,009
MARSHALL COMMUNITY LIBRARY605 WATERLOO RD.0.013,365
REESEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY216 S. MAIN ST.0.06,453

Farmers Markets in Lake Mills

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cambridge Open Air Market100 East Main Street06/03/2016 to 09/30/2016Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Fort Atkinson Farmers MarketCity parking lot on East ilwaukee Avenue
Fort Farmers Market Municipal Parking Lot Milwaukee Ave EVisit
Henry Street Farmers MarketHenry Street
Jefferson Farmers Market - SummerEast Racine Street and South Center Avenue06/09/2016 to 10/06/2016Thu: 11:00 AM-6:00 PM;Visit
Lake Mills Farmers' Market100 North Main Street - Commons ParkMay to OctoberWed:2:00 PM - 7:00 PM;Visit
Waterloo Farmers' Market in the Park500 N Park Ave05/16/2013 to 10/31/2013Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;
WATERTOWN FARMERS MARKET815 Labaree St.05/06/2014 to 11/11/2014Tue: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Watertown Farmers Market - ThursdayEmmet and South Water Street08/07/2014 to 10/30/2014Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Whitewater City Market341 S. Fremont Street05/03/2016 to 10/25/2016Tue: 3:30 PM-7:30 PM;YesVisit
Whitewater Farmers Market 1415West Main St.04/26/2014 to 11/01/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Restaurants in Lake Mills

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aztalan Inn Bar & Grill
Lake Mills Family Restaurant
Ming's Garden
Pizza Pit
Pyramid Event Venue
The Grist Bar & Table
Timber Creek

Cafes in Lake Mills

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Simple Kup

Clinics in Lake Mills

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Mills Clinic

Gas Stations in Lake Mills

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP Gas Station
Kwik Trip
Mobil

Banks in Lake Mills

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Lake Mills
Greenwood State Bank

Gyms in Lake Mills

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rock Lake Fitness

Golf Courses in Lake Mills

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Mills Golf Course

Breweries in Lake Mills

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bigg's Bar & GrillRestaurants, Brewery, Pizza, Taverns1217 River Dr9202611747Visit
Coaches Alley LLCbreweries & brew pubs, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants151 N Monroe St9204784488
Fairview Innbar & grill restaurants, banquet facilities, food and drink, Restaurant, American, Buffet, breweries711 W Racine St9206746120
Kurt's Never Innbar & grill restaurants, Bars, food and drink, Restaurants, drinking, hotels & motels, breweries & b26 N Main St6087648131
Kurts Placeshop, gallery, drinking, Restaurants, art, breweries & brew pubs, recreation, Taverns, bar & grill r110 E Main St6084232217
O'berg's Barbreweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge restaurants, recre348 Liguori Rd6088849944
Silver Eagle Salooncocktail lounge restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounges, food and drink, drinking, Be207 S 2nd St9202620922
Thirsty Rhino Thebreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, recreation, food and drink, drinking222 W Main St9202061240
Tyranena Brewing CompanyBrewery, Beer & Ale Distributors1025 Owen St9206488699Visit
Union Jack's Barbreweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants12 S Water St E9205632497
Utica Barbar & grill restaurants, Bars, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, breweries & brew pubs, Bar & Gril2167 County Rd W6084233522

Nursing Homes in Lake Mills

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
WILLOWBROOK NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
901 MULBERRY ST
 For profit - Corporation 57 39 4/5 — 4/5 5/5 9206488344

Pharmacies in Lake Mills

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
AURORA PHARMACY 203 NORTH MAIN STREET 920-648-3455
WALGREENS - 11176 812 NORTH MAIN STREET 920-648-5187

Cell Towers in Lake Mills

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
W 5633 HOGE RD (78338)GTOWER86
765 TOWER RD (38664)LTOWER81
N7925 COUNTY HIGHWAY X (78330)LTOWER77
W8538 Airport Road (78339)LTOWER77
4696 STATE ROAD 73 (38580)LTOWER72
298 EAST STATE ROAD 59 (38719)LTOWER61
1427 COUNTY HIGHWAY V (38741)LTOWER61
4898 NORTH BAKERTOWN ROAD (38469)LTOWER61
W8752 HIGHWAY 12 (82210)LTOWER58
N948 WENDT ROAD (78345)MTOWER57
N3761 HIGHWAY 26 (79685)LTOWER57
831 COUNTY ROAD A (38717)LTOWER52

Fire Stations in Lake Mills

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
City of Lake Mills Fire Department200D Water STMostly volunteer920-648-5117

Bridges in Lake Mills

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196412719,150F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196512619,150F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196414819,150F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196514119,150P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196428218,850F
SlabConcrete19913418,850F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20205618,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193828218,850F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196427411,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19671933,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19482242,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19652712,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous2020239840G
SlabConcrete200438176G

Amtrak Stations in Lake Mills

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Johnson Creek, WI575 Linmar LaneBUS

Superfund Sites Near Lake Mills

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
DAIRYLAND POWER COOPERATIVE2346 CLEARVIEW ROADDANE
WHITEWATER COGENERATION FACILITY111 COUNTY HWY UWALWORTH

Airports Near Lake Mills

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dane County Regional Truax FieldMSNMedium Airport
Adkins Restricted Landing Area—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
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
Bountiful Acres Airport—Small Airport
Brodhead Airport—Small Airport
Buena Vista Airport—Small Airport
Bulldog Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Burlington Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cacic Airport—Small Airport
Capitol Drive Airport—Small Airport
Carlson Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Chester Wyss Airport—Small Airport
Christie Aerodrome—Small Airport
Clearwater Aero Estates Airport—Small Airport
Clover Valley Airport—Small Airport
Coleman Airport—Small Airport
Compass Rose 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
Dodge County AirportUNUSmall 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 Z Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Fond du Lac County AirportFLDSmall Airport
Fort Atkinson Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Fountain Prairie Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Lake Mills

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Edgerton Police Department215 West Fulton Street
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office411 South Center Avenue
Lake Mills Police Department200 Water Street
University Police734 West Starin Road
Waterloo Police Department
Watertown Police Department
Whitewater PD

Grocery Stores in Lake Mills

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 6861Other528 E Lake St
KWIK TRIP 306Convenience Store105 E Tyranena Park Rd
Lake Mills MarketSuper Store375 W Tyranena Park Rd
Manns Filling IncConvenience Store219 S Main St
Walgreens 11176Other812 N Main St

Post Offices in Lake Mills

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lake Mills Post Office

Treatment Centers in Lake Mills

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Fort Healthcare - Behavioral HealthSubstance Abuse920-563-9542
ProHealth Care - Behavioral Health ServicesBoth262-928-4036

DOL Wage Violations in Lake Mills

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $25,739 in back wages owed to 12 employees.

2
Violations
$25,739
Back Wages Owed
12
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
El Mariachi Mexican Restaurant — — 53551 — 1 $24,192 $2,199 11
Snap Fitness — — 53551 — 1 $1,547 $1,547 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lake Mills

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CENTRAL WISCONSIN LUTHERAN SCHOOLS231 WOODLAND BEACH RD
CHRIST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH403 MULBERRY ST
LAKE MILLS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH271 E PROSPECT ST
LAKESIDE LUTHERAN FOUNDATION INC231 WOODLAND BEACH RD
LAKESIDE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL231 WOODLAND BEACH RD
MORAVIAN CHURCH301 COLLEGE ST
REAL HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH1345 STONEHEDGE LN
ROCK LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH 403 MULBERRY191 E PINE ST
ROCK LAKE BAPTIST CHURCH INCBOX 4 403 MULBERRY STREET
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH1530 S MAIN ST

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UFO Sightings
3
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
3
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Haunted Places
1
Locations with documented reports of paranormal activity and sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Mills

What is the population of Lake Mills?

Lake Mills has a population of 6,391 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 1,529 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.2 years. The population is 48.2% female and 51.8% male.

Is Lake Mills expensive to live in?

Lake Mills 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 $87,039, 16% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $282,400 (0% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,095 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lake Mills safe?

Lake Mills is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 168 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 252 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lake Mills receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lake Mills?

Lake Mills has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 42.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Lake Mills?

The job market in Lake Mills is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,042. There are 2,344 business establishments in the area, including 201 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 14.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lake Mills?

The median home value in Lake Mills is $282,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $411,308. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,095. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 68.6%. The average annual property tax is $5,930.

How are the schools in Lake Mills?

Schools in Lake Mills score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 45.0% of adults in Lake Mills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. 15.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lake Mills?

The obesity rate in Lake Mills is 38.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.6% of adults are smokers. 23.1% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 6.7% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 74.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,574.

What is transportation like in Lake Mills?

The average commute in Lake Mills is 25 minutes. 83.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lake Mills?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lake Mills is 89.2% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 9.4% of residents have a disability. 99.0% have health insurance coverage.

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