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North Bay, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

North Bay is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 238. Residents earn $121,250 per year, which is 61% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
238 Population 2,164/sq mi density
$121,250 Median Income $83,396 per capita
$470,600 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$121,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$470,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
77.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $121,250
61% higher than US avg
Home Value $470,600
67% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 77.0%
128% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population238
Median Age62.6 yrs
Density2,164/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$121,250
Per Capita$83,396
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$11,724M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$470,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden27.4%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking12.1%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation611 ft (186 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+77.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+31.0%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute24 min
Broadband97.5%
Libraries6

Is North Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Bay receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, high obesity rates. North Bay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Bay is $121,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 61% above $75,149. This places North Bay among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Bay is $470,600, making it a premium housing market at 67% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

North Bay is a highly educated community — 77.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

North Bay experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°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 31.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

North Bay has a population of 238 with a density of 2,164 people per square mile. The median age is 62.6 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

238
Total Population
2,164
People / sq mi
62.6yrs
Median Age
61% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

North Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Bay is $121,250, which is 61% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: North Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$121,250
61% above US avg
Per Capita Income$83,396
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$74,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,234
County GDP$11,724M

Business (County)

Restaurants422
Healthcare612
Retail526
Manufacturing289

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,524
86% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone51.6%
Public Transit4.1%
Work from Home33.0%

Walkability

The median home value in North Bay is $470,600, 67% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$470,600
67% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied99.2%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,524
86% above US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In North Bay, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress10.8%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death9,277/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access90.3%
Healthcare Facilities612
North Bay has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.8 inches
16% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation611 ft (186 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,164/sq mi
Coordinates42.7642°N, 87.7806°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55101
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 77.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (128% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.2-point margin. 97.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.5%
D 46.3%

Winner: Republican by 6.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+77.0%
128% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+31.0%
School Test Score5.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,164/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities612
Restaurants422
Retail Stores526

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone51.6%
Public Transit4.1%
Work from Home33.0%

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