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Windsor, WI

Wisconsin · Dane County · Madison Metro

Windsor is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 8,992. Residents earn $115,111 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
8,992 Population 327/sq mi density
$115,111 Median Income $47,066 per capita
$399,900 Home Value $499,687 Zillow
$1,322 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
137 Violent Crime/100K 1,086 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$115,111 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$399,900 home value, $1,322/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
137 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $115,111
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $399,900
42% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 137/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.3%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,322
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,992
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,111
Per Capita$47,066
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$62,806M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$399,900
Rent$1,322
Ownership78.0%
Zillow$499,687
Housing Units3,360
Rent Burden23.1%

Crime

F
Violent137/100K
Property1,086/100K

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking11.6%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.3%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+11.9%
School Score6.33

Community

2024 VoteR 23% / D 75%
Commute21 min
Broadband91.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries27

Is Windsor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Windsor receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Windsor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Windsor is $115,111, which is significantly higher than the national average / 53% above $75,149. This places Windsor among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Windsor is $399,900, 42% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,322 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Windsor is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 137 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,086 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Windsor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°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 35.5 inches, including 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Windsor has a population of 8,992 with a density of 327 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (92.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.7% of residents. 5.8% of the population are veterans. 8.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 93.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,992
Total Population
327
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Windsor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish 3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Windsor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windsor is $115,111, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,066 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,432. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 18,084 business establishments, including 1,425 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 17.1% of workers work from home.

Income: Windsor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,111
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,066
Avg Weekly Wage$1,432
IRS Avg AGI$103,538
Gini Index0.453 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)18,084
County GDP$62,806M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,425
Healthcare1,603
Retail1,634
Manufacturing517

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,743
150% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Windsor is $399,900, 42% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $499,687, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,322 (14% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 78.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,360 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1988. The average annual property tax is $8,743 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$399,900
42% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$499,687
Median List Price$662,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$662,400
$/Sq Ft$207
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops5.7%
Inventory35

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,322
14% above US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.0%
Owner-Occupied78.0%
Renter-Occupied22.0%
Housing Units3,360
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,743
150% above US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In Windsor, 33.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 25.2% have high blood pressure. 11.6% are current smokers. 21.9% report binge drinking. 21.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.8% experience frequent mental distress. 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:781. The dentist ratio is 1:1,328. 94.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.6%
17% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep29.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Primary Care1:781
Dentists1:1,328
Mental Health1:197
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits70.3%
Premature Death5,427/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access94.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,603
Windsor has a violent crime rate of 137 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,086 per 100,000, 45% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 34 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Windsor receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent137.1/100K
64% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,086.3/100K
45% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
Traffic Accidents102
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Windsor experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°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 35.5 inches. The area receives 42.6 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 1,043 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,043 ft (318 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates43.2457°N, 89.2815°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyDane County County
Nearest AirportDane County Regional/Truax Field (MSN)
8 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"
7% below US avg
Snowfall 42.6"
Wettest Month (Aug) 4.06"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.18"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0501 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.0 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score93.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability15.9 / 100
Community Resilience97.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very High
Landslide Relatively Moderate
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Mar 25, 2015.

Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

565 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 33 fatalities, 734 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 18, 1996 EF5 74 km 0
Jun 7, 1984 EF5 65 km 9
Apr 27, 1984 EF4 80 km 1
Jul 3, 1983 EF4 75 km 0
Apr 4, 1981 EF4 90 km 3
Apr 21, 1974 EF4 67 km 0
Apr 3, 1956 EF4 80 km 7
Sep 26, 1951 EF4 25 km 1
Jun 16, 2014 EF3 35 km 0
Aug 18, 2005 EF3 38 km 1
Jun 23, 2004 EF3 57 km 0
Jun 23, 2004 EF3 54 km 1
Aug 29, 1992 EF3 94 km 1
Jun 17, 1992 EF3 45 km 0
Jun 8, 1984 EF3 23 km 0
Jun 5, 1980 EF3 43 km 0
Apr 7, 1980 EF3 36 km 0
Jun 5, 1977 EF3 78 km 0
Jun 4, 1975 EF3 5 km 0
Apr 21, 1974 EF3 51 km 2
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 62 km
2010 RX BURN 1,236 62 km
1994 SOMMERS 938 60 km
1988 PEACHY RD 812 59 km
2018 2018 BADGER RX BURNS 659 41 km
2019 2019 BADGER RX BURNS 627 40 km
2006 UNNAMED 612 61 km
2007 TOWER RD 2 592 59 km
2024 RX-HWY Y - SOUTH 553 53 km
2009 COLD SPRINGS 552 70 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 18°F (-8°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
February 21°F (-6°C) 1.2 in
March 33°F (0°C) 2.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
June 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
July 71°F (22°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 69°F (20°C) 4.1 in Wettest
September 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in
October 49°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 35°F (2°C) 2.3 in
December 22°F (-6°C) 1.7 in

Windsor has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 18°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.2").

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Windsor is located in Dane County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 41.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 75.1% of the vote, a 51.7-point margin. 91.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 27 public libraries serving the community. 1,603 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 23.4%
D 75.1%

Winner: Democrat by 51.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
Traffic Accidents102
Avg Accident Severity2.4 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.3%
23% above US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+11.9%
School Test Score6.33
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density327/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi
CountyDane County County

Services

Broadband Access91.8%
Avg Download Speed125.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed19.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities1,603
Restaurants1,425
Retail Stores1,634

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%
Average costs for common services in Windsor. 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)
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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$1,269
Toddler$1,120
Preschool$1,120
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$953
Toddler$866
Preschool$866
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Dane County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 42,450 2,855 $74,523 0.82
Retail Trade 29,993 1,557 $38,610 0.84
Accommodation & Food Services 28,299 1,430 $24,526 0.87
Professional & Technical Services 26,499 2,808 $104,014 1.06
Manufacturing 26,318 560 $77,670 0.89
Information & Technology 19,267 439 $142,042 2.86
Construction 17,752 1,312 $83,346 0.94
Finance & Insurance 17,684 1,016 $116,277 1.21
Administrative & Waste Services 14,632 990 $49,179 0.69
Wholesale Trade 12,527 875 $88,397 0.89
Other Services 11,370 1,566 $55,188 1.05
Transportation & Warehousing 7,671 323 $50,598 0.50
Arts & Entertainment 6,021 306 $23,389 1.00
Management of Companies 5,354 222 $134,111 0.88
Real Estate 4,508 858 $61,946 0.81
Educational Services 4,143 319 $36,786 0.56
Agriculture & Forestry 2,445 150 $59,432 0.84
Utilities 1,034 12 $132,636 0.76
Mining & Oil/Gas 180 11 $94,421 0.13

Schools in Windsor

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Windsor Elementary Elementary 530 38 13.9:1
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Radio Stations near Windsor

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Wisconsin Public Radio: NPR News & Music Network MP3 128 kbps
Wisconsin Public Radio: The Ideas Network MP3 64 kbps
WSJY 107.3 FM - Fort Atkinson, WI adult contemporary, holiday music (nov-dec) MP3 64 kbps
The Big 1070 sports AAC
89.9FM WORT MP3 192 kbps
WLHA MP3 128 kbps
WORT 89.9 MP3 192 kbps
WPR News MP3 64 kbps
WORT Community Radio MP3 192 kbps
WJJO Solid Rock 94.1 JJO MP3 96 kbps
WXXM "Rewind 92.1" Sun Prairie, WI adult hits, classic hits AAC 24 kbps

National Parks Near Windsor

40 national parks and monuments found near Windsor.

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
Buckhorn State Park 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
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
Glacial Drumlin State Trail State Park Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access State Park Free
Governor Dodge State Park State Park Free
Governor Nelson State Park 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
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
Natural Bridge State Park State Park Free
New Glarus Woods State Park State Park Free
Ottawa Siata State Park Free
Pecatonica State Trail 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
The 400 State Trail State Park Free
Tower Hill State Park State Park Free
White River State Trail State Park Free
Wild Goose State Trail State Park Free
Yellowstone Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Windsor

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
EDGEWOOD COLLEGE GALLERYART MUSEUM$63,555,810
WISCONSIN HISTORICAL FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION816 STATE STREET6082646555$4,607,597
MADISON CHILDRENS MUSEUM FOUNDATION INCGENERAL MUSEUM$4,003,301
HENRY VILAS PARK ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION6082664732$3,261,511
MADISON CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM6082566445$2,651,752
MADISON ART CENTERART MUSEUM227 STATE ST6082570158$1,960,937
AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF PAKISTAN STUDIESGENERAL MUSEUM$754,157
NORWEGIAN AMERICAN GENEALOGICAL CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION6082552224$375,013
CENTER FOR RAILROAD PHOTOGRAPHY AND ARTGENERAL MUSEUM1914 MONROE STREET6082515785$211,370
MADISON MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART FOUNDATIONART MUSEUM6082570158$195,352
WISCONSIN VETERANS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6082671799$161,904
MCFARLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5814 MAIN STREET6088383992$68,624
MT HOREB MUSTARD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM7477 HUBBARD AVENUE6088312222$62,046
NATIONAL MUSTARD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6088312222$62,046
SAVANNA OAKS CULTURAL CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION9204846257$53,828
MADISON TRUST FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6084418864$49,320
AMERICAN POULTRY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ARENA FIREFIGHTER MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM4703 MONONA DRIVE
ART DEPARTMENT GALLERYART MUSEUM6083421143
ART HISTORY GALLERYART MUSEUM
BTIM BIOTECH INDUSTRY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
CHAZEN MUSEUM OF ARTART MUSEUM6082632246
COTTAGE GROVE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6088394140
DANE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6082243605
DEFOREST AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6088465482
FITCHBURG HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6087291783
GALLERY 211ART MUSEUM6082466100
GALLERY AT TRUAXART MUSEUM6082466100
GEOLOGY MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6082621412
GEOLOGY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6082622399
GOLDEN DAYS OF BURLESQUE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HARRY NOHR GALLERYART MUSEUM6083421143
HELEN LOUISE ALLEN TEXTILE COLLECTIONART MUSEUM
HENRY VILAS ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION702 S RANDALL AVENUE6082664732
HISTORIC BLOOMING GROVE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC MADISONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6082339394
HISTORIC THIRD LAKE RIDGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION4II8 HEGG AVE6082861844
MADISON SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM
MARSHALL AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION128 E MAIN6086553610
MIDDLETON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6088367614
NATIONAL MIDGET AUTO RACING HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM315 PARK ST
OLBRICH BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3330 ATWOOD AVENUE
PLANETARIUM AND OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
PORTER BUTTS GALLERYART MUSEUM
POYNETTE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6086354116
RIO AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROUNTREE ART GALLERYART MUSEUM6083421143
S GAUGE WISCONSINHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SUN PRAIRIE HISTORICAL RESTORATIONSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SUN PRAIRIE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONSUN PRAIRIE6088372915
SUN PRAIRIE LIBRARYGENERAL MUSEUM
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN ZOOLOGICAL MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER6082637888
UWM ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM
UWMC PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6082623071
WELLS RESEARCH LABORATORYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 14174
WILDLIFE EXOTIC AND ZOO ANIMAL MEDICINE CLUBZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
WISCONSIN HISTORICAL SOCIETY ACQUISITIONSHISTORIC PRESERVATION6082646598
WISCONSIN LAW ENFORCEMENT MUSEUM OF VALORGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Windsor

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MADISON PUBLIC LIBRARY201 W. MIFFLIN ST.0.02,152,730
MIDDLETON PUBLIC LIBRARY7425 HUBBARD AVE.0.0344,515
VERONA PUBLIC LIBRARY500 SILENT ST.0.0225,404
SUN PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY1350 LINNERUD DR.0.0221,615
DEFOREST AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY203 LIBRARY ST.0.0211,724
FITCHBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY5530 LACY RD.0.0185,536
WAUNAKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY710 SOUTH ST.0.0161,567
MONONA PUBLIC LIBRARY1000 NICHOLS RD.0.0152,078
E.D. LOCKE PUBLIC LIBRARY5920 MILWAUKEE ST.0.0103,267
POYNETTE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY118 N. MAIN ST.0.038,584
RIO COMMUNITY LIBRARY324 W. LYONS ST.0.020,228
DEERFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY12 W. NELSON ST.0.019,002
MARSHALL COMMUNITY LIBRARY605 WATERLOO RD.0.013,365
WYOCENA PUBLIC LIBRARY165 E. DODGE ST.0.07,101

Farmers Markets in Windsor

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Capitol View Farmers Market5901 Sharpsburg Drive06/01/2016 to 10/12/2016Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Dane County Farmers Market - Holiday MarketOne John Nolen Drive11/19/2016 to 12/31/2016Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Dane County Farmers Market - Wednesday Market200 block of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd04/20/2016 to 11/09/2016Wed: 8:30 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Dane County Farmers Market - Winter Market330 W. Mifflin St.01/07/2017 to 04/15/2017Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;Yes
Dane County Farmers Market ICapitol Square, Downtown04/16/2016 to 11/12/2016Sat: 6:30 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
DeForest Farmers' MarketDeForest Street06/05/2018 to 10/16/2018Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Downtown Middleton Farmers' MarketTerrace Avenue05/07/2013 to 10/15/2013Tue: 3:00 PM-6:30 PM;Visit
Eastside Farmers' Market202 S Ingersoll Street04/19/2016 to 12/20/2016Tue: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;YesVisit
El Mercadito de Centro810 Badger rd.06/07/2016 to 10/25/2016Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Fitchburg Center Farmers Market5511 East Cheryl Parkway05/01/2014 to 10/30/2014Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;YesVisit
Greenway Station Farmers' Market Greenway Boulevard & Deming WayVisit
Hilldale Farmers MarketHilldale Shopping Center, 702 N. Midvale Boulevard05/28/2016 to 11/05/2016Wed: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
MADWest Winter Farmers' Market55 South Gammon Road01/01/2019 to 02/23/2019Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Yes
McFarland Farmers Market I5100 Farwell Street
MIDDLETON FARMERS MARKETGreenway Blvd. & Deming Way
Monona Farmers Market Ahuska Park on Broadway
Northside Farmers Market2900 N. Sherman05/06/2018 to 10/21/2018Sun: 8:30 AM-12:30 PM;Visit
Poynette Area Farmers MarketSouth Main Street05/10/2014 to 09/27/2014Sat: 8:00 AM-11:00 AM;
Prairie Lakes Farmers Market2824 Prairie Lakes Dr, Ste. 201, Ste. 201Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Yes
South Madison Farmers Market2520 Rimrock RdJune to OctoberMon:2:00 PM - 6:00 PM;Visit
South Madison Farmers Market1601 Park StMay to OctoberTue:2:00 PM - 6:00 PM;sun:11:00 AM - 3:00 PM;
SOUTHSIDE LABOR TEMPLE1602 S. Park St.
SOUTHWEST FARMERS MARKET
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
The Madison Farmer's Market Inc.4 E. Mifflin St.04/17/2016 to 11/06/2016Sun: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Waunakee Farm MarketWaun_A_Bowl prking lot
Westside Community MarketUniversity Ave. & Segoe Rd.04/16/2016 to 11/05/2016Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Winter Farmers Market and Meal for Hope203 Wisconsin Ave.Visit
Winter Farmers Market and Meal for Hope 900 University Bay Dr.Visit
Winter Farmers Market and Meal for Hope3102 Prairie Rd.Visit
Winter Farmers Market and Meal for Hope617 Everglade Dr.Visit
Winter Farmers Market and Meal for Hope 5705 Lacy Rd.Visit

Breweries in Windsor

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bird's Basement BreweryBars & Clubs, Breweries, Nightlife, Food & DrinkW Madison
Busse's Markway Tavern Incbreweries & brew pubs, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, Madison Wisconsin, Venues, Bar, recreat2005 N Sherman Ave6082440320
Capital Brewery & Bier GartenBrewery, Beer Garden7734 Terrace Ave6088367100Visit
Dam Barbreweries & brew pubs, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants3 E Main St6084249600
Gerks Junctionbreweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants2710 County Road V
Great Dane Brew Pub, Great Dane Pub & Brewing CompanyAmerican Restaurant, Bars, Brew Pubs, Brewery, Pub, and American Restaurant, Restaurants, Pub, Brewe123 E Doty St(608) 442-9000, 6084429000, 6082840000Visit
Great Dane Pub & Brewing Cobrewery, american restaurantBtwn Gates 7 & 86082439618
Great Dane Pub & Brewing CompanyBrewery, Beer Garden, and American Restaurant2980 Cahill Main(608) 442-9000, 6084429000Visit
House of BrewsBrewery4539 Helgesen Dr6083477243Visit
Karben4 BrewingBrewery, Bar3698 Kinsman Blvd6082414812Visit
Kurt's Never Innbar & grill restaurants, Bars, food and drink, Restaurants, drinking, hotels & motels, breweries & b26 N Main St6087648131
Madison Aerie 623 Foebar & grill restaurants, community association, organization, services, food and drink, breweries & 2109 Bartillon Dr6082400033Visit
Mickey D's Corner Barbar & grill restaurants, Bars, pub restaurants, Restaurants, breweries & brew pubs, Bar & Grills, re102 Dane St6088497439, 6088497837Visit
One Barrel Brewing CompanyPub, Brewery2001 Atwood Ave6086309286Visit
Parched EagleBrewery5440 Willow RdVisit
Rockhound Brewing CompanyBrewery444 S Park St
Schneid's Sports Bar and Grill - ClosedRestaurant, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Barbecue, recreation, Bar & Grill Re2952 Fish Hatchery Rd6082713644, 6.082713644E9Visit
Shanksnova BrewingBrewery, Wi>brewery711 Oneida Ct
Snicks Barbreweries & brew pubs, cocktail lounges, bar & grill restaurants, cocktail lounge restaurants4605 Monona Dr6084425620
The Lone Girl Brewing CompanyBrewery, Pub, American Restaurant114 E Main St6088507175Visit
Up NorthBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants514 E Wilson St6082501730Visit
Vintage Brewing Co.Brewery, Gastropub, and American Restaurant674 S Whitney Way6082042739Visit
Wiggie's Incbreweries & brew pubs, restaurants, bar & grill restaurants, Madison Wisconsin, Venues, Bar, recreat1901 Aberg Ave6082410544

EV Charging Stations in Windsor

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
MOUSEHOUSE OFF NETWORK14494 Lake CirChargePoint Network2J1772public

Cell Towers in Windsor

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
W10281 ROWLEY ROAD (78331)LTOWER82
6207 BARMAN RD (64265)MTOWER82
4696 STATE ROAD 73 (38580)LTOWER72
W4705 SAMPSON ROAD (79653)LTOWER61
1427 COUNTY HIGHWAY V (38741)LTOWER61
N1306 PINE HOLLOW ROAD (38683)LTOWER61
606 NORTH STEVENSON STREET (38706)MTOWER60
7622 WILLBUR RD (64264)LTOWER59
N3299 MCMILLAN ROAD (78333)MTOWER58
N948 WENDT ROAD (78345)MTOWER57

Bridges in Windsor

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamPrestressed concrete20135414,300G
SlabConcrete1966373,200F
CulvertSteel201424268G

Amtrak Stations in Windsor

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Madison, WI4547 East Broadway AvenueBUS
Madison, WI250 North Lake StreetBUS

Superfund Sites Near Windsor

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
WIS DOA / UW-MADISON WALNUT ST. PLT.WALNUT STREETDANE

Airports Near Windsor

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dane County Regional Truax FieldMSNMedium Airport
Wittman Regional AirportOSHMedium Airport
Accurate AirportSmall Airport
Adams County Legion FieldSmall Airport
Al's Airway AirportSmall Airport
Albany AirportSmall Airport
Ames Private AirportSmall Airport
Atkins Ridge AirportSmall Airport
BAKER'S ACRES AIRSTRIPSmall Airport
Bancroft East AirportSmall Airport
Baraboo Wisconsin Dells Regional AirportSmall Airport
Barten AirportSmall Airport
Bed-Ah-Wick FieldSmall Airport
Beloit AirportSmall Airport
Bennett FieldSmall Airport
Berlin Field LLCSmall Airport
Big Foot AirfieldSmall Airport
Blackhawk AirfieldSmall Airport
Blackhawk Island AirportSmall Airport
Bountiful Acres AirportSmall Airport
Brodhead AirportSmall Airport
Broken Prop AirportSmall Airport
Bulldog Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cacic AirportSmall Airport
Cardinal Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Christie AerodromeSmall Airport
Clearwater Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Clover Valley AirportSmall Airport
Coleman AirportSmall Airport
Dane AirportSmall Airport
Del Monte AirportSmall Airport
Der Schwarzwald AirportSmall Airport
Digger Doug AirportSmall Airport
Docken FieldSmall Airport
Dodge County AirportUNUSmall Airport
Eberle Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Elert AirportSmall Airport
Flying Fox AirportSmall Airport
Flying H AirportSmall Airport
Forseth FieldSmall Airport
Fort Atkinson Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Fountain Prairie AirportSmall Airport
Fun-Air AirportSmall Airport
Gilbert FieldSmall Airport
Gutzmer's Twin Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Ha-Rail AirportSmall Airport
Hallick Farm AirportSmall Airport
Hecklers' StripSmall Airport
Higgins AirportSmall Airport
Hughes AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Windsor

8 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Central Campus Police
Central District Station211 South Carroll Street
City of Sun Prairie Police Department
City of Sun Prairie Police Department
Dane County Sheriff115 West Doty Street
Division of Community Corrections
Fitchburg Police Department5520 Lacy Road
McFarland Police Department6001 Broadhead Street

Grocery Stores in Windsor

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Kwik Trip 557Convenience Store4848 County Highway V

Treatment Centers in Windsor

15 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Addiction Services and PharmacotherapySubstance Abuse608-807-1428
Center for Christian Counseling - Consultation and Training IncBoth608-274-8294
Childrens Service Society of WI - DBA Childrens Hosp of WI Comm ServsMental Health608-221-3511
Common Threads Family Res CenterMental Health608-838-8999
Journey Mental Health Center - Community Treatment Alternatives CSPMental Health608-280-2740
Journey Mental Health Center - Yahara HouseMental Health608-280-4700
Madison East Comprehensive Trt Ctr - Milwaukee Health Services System LLCSubstance Abuse608-242-0220
Psychological Addiction Services LLCSubstance Abuse608-416-5777
Rainbow Project IncMental Health608-255-7356
Rainbow Project Inc - Branch OfficeMental Health608-255-7356
Saint Marys Hospital Medical CenterMental Health608-258-6697
Tellurian IncSubstance Abuse608-223-3311
Tellurian IncSubstance Abuse608-222-7311
UnityPoint Health/Meriter Hospital - Child and Adol Psychiatry ProgramMental Health608-417-6000
William S Middleton Veterans Hosp - Addictive Disorders Trt ProgramBoth608-280-7073

Churches & Religious Organizations in Windsor

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
GARTERS AND GRACE MINISTRIES6759 DAWN DR
RAZA-E-MUSTAFA ISLAMIC CENTER INC3900 MILFORD MILL ROAD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Windsor

What is the population of Windsor?

Windsor has a population of 8,992 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 327 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.5 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.

Is Windsor expensive to live in?

Windsor 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 $115,111, 53% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $399,900 (42% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,322 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Windsor safe?

Windsor is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 137 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,086 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Windsor receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Windsor?

Windsor has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 18°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 35.5 inches, with 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Windsor?

The job market in Windsor is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,432. There are 18,084 business establishments in the area, including 1,425 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 17.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Windsor?

The median home value in Windsor is $399,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $499,687. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,322. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 78.0%. The average annual property tax is $8,743.

How are the schools in Windsor?

Schools in Windsor score 6.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 41.3% of adults in Windsor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Windsor?

The obesity rate in Windsor is 33.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.6% of adults are smokers. 21.1% are physically inactive. 25.7% of residents report depression. 6.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 94.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:781.

What is transportation like in Windsor?

The average commute in Windsor is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Windsor?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Windsor is 92.7% White. 96.7% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.3% speak Spanish. 5.8% of the population are military veterans. 8.5% of residents have a disability. 93.7% have health insurance coverage.

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