Median Income
$58,889
22% lower than US avg
Home Value
$212,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,048
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.6%
47% lower than US avg
How West Baraboo Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,493
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density1,185/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A
Median Income$58,889
Per Capita$33,087
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$5,577M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$212,500
Rent$1,048
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,770
Health
Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Elevation959 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute19 min
Libraries9
Is West Baraboo a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, West Baraboo receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. West Baraboo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in West Baraboo is $58,889, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in West Baraboo is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,048 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
West Baraboo 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 38.9 inches, including 42.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
West Baraboo has a population of 1,493 with a density of 1,185 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.
Population
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
West Baraboo vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.9% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| 62% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
West Baraboo vs U.S. Average
The median household income in West Baraboo is $58,889, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: West Baraboo vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $58,889 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,087 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $965 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,772 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,219 |
| County GDP | $5,577M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 261 |
| Healthcare | 155 |
| Retail | 298 |
| Manufacturing | 86 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,911 |
| 69% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.78% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.2 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
The median home value in West Baraboo is $212,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,048 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,770.
Home Values
| Census Median | $212,500 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $271,770 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,048 |
| 10% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,911 |
| 69% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.78% |
In West Baraboo, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: West Baraboo vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.8% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,554/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 155 |
Crime Rates: West Baraboo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
West Baraboo has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.9 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 42.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 959 ft (292 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,185/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.4782°N, 89.7741°W |
| County FIPS | 55111 |