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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Leo Reed

How is Waupun for outdoor activities?

Hi all, We're a young couple and Homes are going for about $167,700 on average. Poverty rate is 11.7%, which is around average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Let me know your thoughts.

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hailey_heart

Is Waupun getting better or worse?

Been meaning to ask this. Household incomes average around $66,931 in Waupun. It's a a small town city with about 11,244 people. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Would love some...

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Paisley Rodriguez

Waupun is underrated, change my mind

Longtime lurker here, Median household income is $66,931, which feels about average for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Waupun sits at 26.5 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Any advice would be great. Peo...

10 replies 7 upvotes best-worst
Stella Taylor

Honest thoughts on life in Waupun

Been meaning to ask this. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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hailey_heart

Best industries in Waupun right now

With a population of 11,244, Waupun is a small town. Household incomes average around $66,931 in Waupun. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Would love some local perspective.

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Emmett Kim

Best and worst neighborhoods in Waupun

Hi all, Rent is about $830/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Waupun sits at 26.5 per 100K. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. What are your go-to spots? Thanks for reading. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved ...

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Leo Reed

Best kept secrets of Waupun, WI

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and It's a a small town city with about 11,244 people. Median household income is $66,931, which feels about average for the area. The weather takes some getting used to. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local...

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Kaylee Walker

Starting a business in Waupun?

Longtime lurker here, Rent is about $830/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 1.6%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Waupun sits at 26.5 per 100K. Median household income is $66,931, which feels about average for the area. Property taxes are high but you get go...

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Mackenzie J.

Dog-friendly places in Waupun?

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and Median household income is $66,931, which feels about average for the area. Homes are going for about $167,700 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Any advice would be great. The food scene here is surprisingly good.

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Emmett Kim

Waupun job market vs Chicago

So, I'm a remote worker and Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Thoughts?

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