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Waterloo, WI

Wisconsin · Jefferson County

Waterloo is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 3,542. Residents earn $78,103 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
3,542 Population 935/sq mi density
$78,103 Median Income $37,379 per capita
$219,100 Home Value $307,061 Zillow
$974 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
30 Violent Crime/100K 955 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$78,103 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$219,100 home value, $974/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
30 violent crimes/100K (92% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $78,103
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $219,100
22% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 30/100K
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.9%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $974
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.2%
63% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,542
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density935/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$78,103
Per Capita$37,379
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty20.2%
County GDP$4,923M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$219,100
Rent$974
Ownership65.7%
Zillow$307,061
Housing Units1,617
Rent Burden19.4%

Crime

F
Violent30/100K
Property955/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary60/100K

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured10.4%
Smoking14.4%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation812 ft (247 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.88

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute29 min
Broadband88.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Waterloo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waterloo receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Waterloo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waterloo is $78,103, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. The poverty rate of 20.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waterloo is $219,100, 22% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $974 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Waterloo is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 30 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 955 per 100,000, 51% below the national average.

Education

23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Waterloo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Waterloo has a population of 3,542 with a density of 935 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (81.1%), with 2.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.4% of residents. 6.6% of the population are veterans. 9.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 94.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,542
Total Population
935
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Waterloo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waterloo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waterloo is $78,103, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,379. The average weekly wage is $1,042, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 29 minutes. 14.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Waterloo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,103
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,379
Avg Weekly Wage$1,042
IRS Avg AGI$75,650
Gini Index0.402 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.2%
63% above 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 Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Waterloo is $219,100, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,061, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $974 (16% 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. 65.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,617 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. The average annual property tax is $5,930 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 19.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,100
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$307,061

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$974
16% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.7%
Owner-Occupied65.7%
Renter-Occupied34.3%
Housing Units1,617
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,930
69% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Waterloo, 42.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 27.8% have high blood pressure. 14.4% are current smokers. 20.4% report binge drinking. 28.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.6% experience frequent mental distress. 10.4% of residents lack health insurance (above 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: Waterloo vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity28.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Uninsured10.4%
21% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,574
Dentists1:1,589
Mental Health1:841
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death7,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access74.9%
Healthcare Facilities218
Waterloo has a violent crime rate of 30 per 100,000 residents, 92% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 29.9. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 955 per 100,000, 51% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 866, burglary at 60, vehicle theft at 30 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Waterloo receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent29.9/100K
92% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape29.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property955.2/100K
51% below US avg
Burglary59.7/100K
Theft865.7/100K
Vehicle Theft29.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Waterloo experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 812 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation812 ft (247 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.0 km²)
Population Density935/sq mi
Coordinates43.1835°N, 88.9900°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyJefferson County County
Nearest AirportDane County Regional/Truax Field (MSN)
18 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.5"
1% above US avg
Wettest Month (Aug) 3.90"
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 M3.8 141 km
Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 122 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

587 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 32 fatalities, 859 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 18, 1996 EF5 65 km 0
Jun 7, 1984 EF5 84 km 9
Apr 27, 1984 EF4 55 km 1
Jul 3, 1983 EF4 96 km 0
Apr 4, 1981 EF4 70 km 3
Apr 21, 1974 EF4 64 km 0
Aug 22, 1964 EF4 89 km 0
Apr 3, 1956 EF4 83 km 7
Sep 26, 1951 EF4 38 km 1
Jun 16, 2014 EF3 50 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 89 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 89 km 0
Aug 18, 2005 EF3 46 km 1
Jun 23, 2004 EF3 54 km 1
Jun 23, 2004 EF3 60 km 0
Jun 17, 1992 EF3 55 km 0
Jun 8, 1984 EF3 35 km 0
Jun 5, 1980 EF3 19 km 0
Apr 7, 1980 EF3 33 km 0
Jun 5, 1977 EF3 74 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 48 km
2010 RX BURN 1,236 49 km
1994 SOMMERS 938 49 km
1988 PEACHY RD 812 47 km
2018 2018 BADGER RX BURNS 659 65 km
2019 2019 BADGER RX BURNS 627 64 km
2006 UNNAMED 612 51 km
2007 TOWER RD 2 592 47 km
2024 RX-HWY Y - SOUTH 553 31 km
2009 COLD SPRINGS 552 77 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 33°F (1°C) 2.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
May 58°F (15°C) 3.2 in
June 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 69°F (21°C) 3.9 in Wettest
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

Waterloo has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 19°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (3.9") and February the driest (1.1").

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Waterloo is located in Jefferson County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 23.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 29% below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below 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. 88.9% 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. 80.9% 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 Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.88
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density935/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi
CountyJefferson County County

Services

Broadband Access88.9%
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 Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone80.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.1%
Average costs for common services in Waterloo. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 20 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

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 Waterloo

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Waterloo Elementary Elementary 285 23 12.4:1
Waterloo High High 255 18 14.2:1
Waterloo Middle Middle 116 8 14.5:1
Waterloo Intermediate Middle 105 7 15.0:1
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Radio Stations near Waterloo

20 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
95.5 The Bull country AAC
Oldies 103.3 FM/1170 AM oldies AAC+ 64 kbps
Wisconsin Public Radio: NPR News & Music Network - MP3 128 kbps
Wisconsin Public Radio: The Ideas Network - MP3 64 kbps
The Big 1070 sports AAC
106.7 The Bull country AAC
107.9 The Bull country AAC+ 48 kbps
89.9FM WORT - MP3 192 kbps
WSJY 107.3 FM - Fort Atkinson, WI adult contemporary, holiday music (nov-dec) MP3 64 kbps
WJJO Solid Rock 94.1 JJO - MP3 96 kbps
WORT Community Radio - MP3 192 kbps
WXXM "Rewind 92.1" Sun Prairie, WI adult hits, classic hits AAC 24 kbps
WPR News - MP3 64 kbps
101.9 The Bull - AAC+ 64 kbps
98.1 The Bull country AAC
WORT 89.9 - MP3 192 kbps
92.9 The Bull - AAC+ 64 kbps
WLHA - MP3 128 kbps
101.7 The Bull country AAC
106.1 The Bull country, new country AAC

National Parks Near Waterloo

43 national parks and monuments found near Waterloo.

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
High Cliff State Park State Park Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park State Park Free
Ice Age National Scenic Trail National Scenic Trail Free
Ice Age Trail - Lm State Park 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
Natural Bridge State Park State Park Free
New Glarus Woods State Park State Park Free
Ottawa Siata 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
Yellowstone Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Waterloo

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SAVANNA OAKS CULTURAL CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION9204846257$53,828
OLD FALLS VILLAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMN96 W15791 COUNTY LINE ROAD2625324775$13,039
AZTALAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6264 N HWY Q9206484632
COTTAGE GROVE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6088394140
GOLDEN DAYS OF BURLESQUE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
JOHNSON CREEK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION110 AZTALAN ST
KOSHKONONG PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION211 SOUTH STREET6088276011
NATIONAL MIDGET AUTO RACING HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM315 PARK ST
SUN PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONSUN PRAIRIE6088372915
SUN PRAIRIE LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM
WATERLOO AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPOLK ST
WISCONSIN FEDERATION OF STAMP CLUBSHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Waterloo

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
SUN PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY1350 LINNERUD DR.0.0221,615
L.D. FARGO PUBLIC LIBRARY120 E. MADISON ST.0.0101,008
COLUMBUS PUBLIC LIBRARY223 W. JAMES ST.0.064,121
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
LOWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY105 N. RIVER ST.0.02,212

Farmers Markets in Waterloo

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cambridge Open Air Market100 East Main Street06/03/2016 to 09/30/2016Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Columbus Downtown Farmer's Market105 N. Dickason BlvdJune to OctoberYes
Downtown Columbus Farmers Market222 West James St.June to OctoberWed:3:00 pm - 6:00 pm;
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
Sun Prairie Indoor Winter Farmers Market301 Blankenheim Lane11/05/2016 to 04/29/2017Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Sun Prairie Outdoor Summer Farmers Market300 East Main Street05/07/2016 to 10/29/2016Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Waterloo Farmers' Market in the Park500 N Park Ave05/16/2013 to 10/31/2013Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;

Restaurants in Waterloo

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hubbleton Brewing - Taproom & Grill
Monroe Street Pizza

Cafes in Waterloo

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Paradiddle's Café

Gas Stations in Waterloo

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Kwik Trip

Banks in Waterloo

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Farmers & Merchants State Bank

Breweries in Waterloo

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
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
Gerks Junctionbreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants2710 County Road V
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
Shanksnova BrewingBrewery, Wi>brewery711 Oneida Ct
Tyranena Brewing CompanyBrewery, Beer & Ale Distributors1025 Owen St9206488699Visit
Utica Barbar & grill restaurants, Bars, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, breweries & brew pubs, Bar & Gril2167 County Rd W6084233522

Pharmacies in Waterloo

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
ZIMBRIC PHARMACY 104 EAST MADISON STREET 920-478-2685

Cell Towers in Waterloo

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
W8538 Airport Road (78339)LTOWER77
4696 STATE ROAD 73 (38580)LTOWER72
W4705 SAMPSON ROAD (79653)LTOWER61
1427 COUNTY HIGHWAY V (38741)LTOWER61
W8752 HIGHWAY 12 (82210)LTOWER58
N948 WENDT ROAD (78345)MTOWER57
831 COUNTY ROAD A (38717)LTOWER52

Fire Stations in Waterloo

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Waterloo Fire & Rescue900 Industrial LNMostly volunteer920-478-2535

Bridges in Waterloo

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19891085,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1993495,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2017805,100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2001604,900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19763083,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1980673,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1980853,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1964215510F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1975236485F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1953187410F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete198980170G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1964270110F

Amtrak Stations in Waterloo

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Columbus, WI359 North Ludington StreetTRAIN
Johnson Creek, WI575 Linmar LaneBUS

Superfund Sites Near Waterloo

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
AMERICAN PACKAGING CORP850 WEST JAMES STREETCOLUMBIA
DAIRYLAND POWER COOPERATIVE2346 CLEARVIEW ROADDANE

Airports Near Waterloo

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dane County Regional Truax FieldMSNMedium 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
Bed-Ah-Wick Field-Small Airport
Beloit Airport-Small Airport
Bennett Field-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
Christie Aerodrome-Small Airport
Clearwater Aero Estates Airport-Small Airport
Clover Valley Airport-Small Airport
Coleman Airport-Small Airport
Compass Rose Airport-Small Airport
Dane 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
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 H 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
Fox River Airport-Small Airport
Fun-Air Airport-Small Airport
Gilbert Field-Small Airport
Grand Geneva Resort AirportXESSmall Airport

Police Stations in Waterloo

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
City of Sun Prairie Police Department
Columbus Police Department159 South Ludington Street
Division of Community Corrections
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office411 South Center Avenue
Lake Mills Police Department200 Water Street
Waterloo Police Department

Grocery Stores in Waterloo

3 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 15975Other200 Anna St
KWIK TRIP 366Convenience Store115 Portland Rd
Piggly Wiggly #170Super Store810 N Monroe St

Treatment Centers in Waterloo

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Community Services Associates - Pauquette Ctr for Psychological ServsBoth920-623-5578
Fort Healthcare - Behavioral HealthSubstance Abuse920-563-9542

DOL Wage Violations in Waterloo

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $141,890 in back wages owed to 111 employees.

2
Violations
$141,890
Back Wages Owed
111
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
Victory Vision Business Ventures, LLC SIGNIFICANT - 53594 - 1 $100,780 $5,039 20
Sheehy Mail Contractors, Inc. - - 53594 - 2 $41,110 $452 91

Churches & Religious Organizations in Waterloo

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
HOPE IN ACTION INC212 MINNETONKA WAY
ST JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH413 E MADISON ST
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCHW8496 PARSONAGE LN

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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Waterloo

What is the population of Waterloo?

Waterloo has a population of 3,542 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 935 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.3 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Waterloo expensive to live in?

Waterloo 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 $78,103, 4% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $219,100 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $974 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Waterloo safe?

Waterloo is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 30 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 955 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Waterloo receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Waterloo?

Waterloo has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Waterloo?

The job market in Waterloo is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / 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 29 minutes, and 14.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Waterloo?

The median home value in Waterloo is $219,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $307,061. For renters, the median monthly rent is $974. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 65.7%. The average annual property tax is $5,930.

How are the schools in Waterloo?

Schools in Waterloo score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 23.9% of adults in Waterloo hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Waterloo?

The obesity rate in Waterloo is 42.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.4% of adults are smokers. 28.9% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 10.4% lack health insurance (above 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 Waterloo?

The average commute in Waterloo is 29 minutes. 80.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 14.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Waterloo?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Waterloo is 81.1% White, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino. 96.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.6% speak Spanish. 6.6% of the population are military veterans. 9.8% of residents have a disability. 94.5% have health insurance coverage.

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