West Baraboo, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,493 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,889 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$212,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$664 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$869 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sauk County
2
Baraboo Urban Area
2
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sauk County
5
Baraboo Urban Area
5
Wisconsin
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 18
Feb 1 9 22
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 2 3 36
Dec 2 10 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Willson Elementary
<1 miles, SE · 3.2star
Jack Young Middle
<1 miles, E · 2.3star
Baraboo High
<1 miles, SE · 2.8star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Reedsburg Area Medical Center
12 miles, NW · 3.2star
Sauk Prairie Hospital
13 miles, S · 5star
Divine Savior Healthcare
16 miles, E · 2.3star
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Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
79 miles, NW · 1star
Appleton International Airport
82 miles, E · 1.4star
Dubuque Regional Airport
88 miles, SW · 1star
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