Baraboo

WI

Sauk County, Wisconsin

Population 66K |Median income $79,541 |3 hospitals

Population
66,009
Sauk County
Median Income
$79,541
+17% vs avg
Median Home Value
$258,600
+14% vs avg
Median Age
41.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
66K+6%
Median Income
$79,541+53%
Median Home Value
$258,600+53%
Poverty Rate
8.1%-25%
Unemployment
2.3%-67%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,018/mo
Poverty Rate
8.1% -43% vs avg
Unemployment 2.3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 27.3%
Work From Home 9.6%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 87.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.7%
African American 0.8%
Asian 0.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40.4%
Short Sleep Duration
34.2%
High Blood Pressure
34%
Physical Inactivity
29.8%
Binge Drinking
19%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.7%
Current Smoking
14.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.8%
Diabetes
12.3%
Current Asthma
10.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77.5%
Dental Visit 64.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.1%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
1
★★★
1
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
3
SAUK PRAIRIE HOSPITAL
PRAIRIE DU SAC · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
SSM HEALTH ST CLARE HOSPITAL - BARABOO
BARABOO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆
REEDSBURG AREA MEDICAL CENTER
REEDSBURG · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Baraboo Area 6

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Darwin, Litchfield, and Palmerston: Heavy Rainfall and Flash Flooding Possible

BOM · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago
Flood Warnings high

Flood Warning Issued for Bourne Valley and The Winterbournes in Hampshire and Wiltshire

Environment Agency · 1d ago
Weather Alerts

Yellow Wind Warning Issued for M.D. of Willow Creek Near Claresholm and Stavely

ECCC · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Baraboo, WI? ▼
Baraboo, WI has a population of 66,009 people, located in Sauk County, Wisconsin.
What is the median household income in Baraboo? ▼
The median household income in Baraboo, WI is $79,541 per year. The poverty rate is 8.1%.
What is the median home value in Baraboo? ▼
The median home value in Baraboo, WI is $258,600. Median rent is $1,018/month.
What are the top health concerns in Baraboo? ▼
The top health indicators in Baraboo include Obesity (40.4%), Short Sleep Duration (34.2%), High Blood Pressure (34%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Baraboo? ▼
Baraboo has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 3 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Baraboo? ▼
The median age in Baraboo, WI is 41.6 years. 27.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Baraboo, WI is located in Sauk County, Wisconsin. With a population of 66K and a median household income of $79,541, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Baraboo area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Sauk County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.