Spring Green, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Spring Green is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,499. Residents earn $89,375 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,499 Population 898/sq mi density
$89,375 Median Income $42,016 per capita
$238,000 Home Value $362,573 Zillow
$1,012 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$89,375 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$238,000 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,375
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $238,000
16% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.6%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,499
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density898/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,375
Per Capita$42,016
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$1,660M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$238,000
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$362,573

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property786/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary242/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Elevation725 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.6%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute21 min
Libraries4

Is Spring Green a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Green receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Spring Green stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spring Green is $89,375, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spring Green is $238,000, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Spring Green is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 786 per 100,000, 60% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Spring Green experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Spring Green has a population of 1,499 with a density of 898 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%).

Population

1,499
Total Population
898
People / sq mi
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Green vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Green vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Green is $89,375, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Spring Green vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,375
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,016
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$79,709

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)722
County GDP$1,660M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare51
Retail78
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,208
77% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Spring Green is $238,000, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $362,573.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,000
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$362,573

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio116.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,208
77% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Spring Green, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Spring Green vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death5,478/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access40.8%
Healthcare Facilities51
Spring Green has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 786 per 100,000 (60% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Spring Green vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property785.5/100K
60% below US avg
Burglary241.7/100K
Theft483.4/100K
Vehicle Theft60.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Spring Green has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density898/sq mi
Coordinates43.1776°N, 90.0688°W
County FIPS55049
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 39.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.3%
D 52.9%

Winner: Democrat by 7.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.6%
18% above US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.81
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density898/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants61
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Work from Home15.3%

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