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Westboro, WI

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Westboro is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 204. Residents earn $46,000 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
204 Population 110/sq mi density
$46,000 Median Income $24,527 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $210,762 Zillow
$571 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$46,000 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $571/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,000
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $571
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.9%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density110/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans11.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,000
Per Capita$24,527
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty21.2%
County GDP$1,109M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$571
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$210,762
Housing Units80
Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity43.9%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking16.4%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.2 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,516 ft (462 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute18 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries5

Is Westboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westboro receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Westboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westboro is $46,000, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westboro is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $571 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.9% 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

Westboro has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches, including 57.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Westboro has a population of 204 with a density of 110 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

204
Total Population
110
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Westboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westboro is $46,000, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Westboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,000
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,527
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$61,024

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg
Establishments (County)538
County GDP$1,109M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare46
Retail65
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,657
33% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone99.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Westboro is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $571 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,762.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$210,762

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$571
51% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.8%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,657
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.90%
In Westboro, 43.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Westboro vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.9%
37% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death6,980/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities46
Westboro has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.2 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.2 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall57.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,516 ft (462 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density110/sq mi
Coordinates45.3608°N, 90.2934°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.2-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 48.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density110/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants50
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone99.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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