Wisconsin
Washburn is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,858. Residents earn $60,288 per year, which is 20% below the national average.
Based on current data, Washburn receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Washburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Washburn is $60,288, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Washburn is $174,100, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $779 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Washburn is below the national average at 239 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,003 per 100,000, 49% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 37.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Washburn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 97.8% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.2% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $60,288 |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,651 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $963 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,769 |
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.3% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 627 |
| County GDP | $929M |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 89 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,239 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.01% |
| Commute Time | 12.9 min |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |
| Census Median | $174,100 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $261,607 |
| Census Median Rent | $779 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $672 |
| 1 Bedroom | $743 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $975 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,169 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,291 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,239 |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.01% |
| Obesity | 37.8% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.6% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,410/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Total Violent | 238.8/100K |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 95.5/100K |
| Robbery | 47.8/100K |
| Assault | 95.5/100K |
| Total Property | 1,002.9/100K |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 47.8/100K |
| Theft | 859.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 95.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 41.1°F |
| 24% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.6 inches |
| 14% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 753 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 475/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 46.6767°N, 90.9013°W |
| County FIPS | 55003 |
Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 37.2% |
| 10% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.51 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 475/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Retail Stores | 89 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 12.9 min |
| Work from Home | 12.5% |