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Boscobel, Wisconsin

Boscobel, Wisconsin, in Grant county, is 43 miles N of Dubuque, Iowa (center to center) and 141 miles W of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The city is home to some 3,047 residents.

The People and Families of Boscobel

In Boscobel, about 48% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Boscobel had a median family income of $37,527.

Political Inclinations

The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Boscobel.

Boscobel Housing

According to the 2000 census, 68% of the housing in Boscobel was owner-occupied. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the city. In Boscobel you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Boscobel, 90% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Boscobel let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Boscobel strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Wisconsin):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyBoscobel Walking and Biking to Work
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 11%Boscobel Racial Diversity
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 15%Boscobel Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Boscobel Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Boscobel, WI

Comparing Boscobel to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Wisconsin (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population87
Racial Diversity79
Senior Citizens77
Well-Paid Single Men72
Children Under 5 Years Old67
Age of the Population44
Female Share of the Population34

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size45
Portion of People Married33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty63
People in Middle Class or Better52
College Educated Adults53
Median Family Income41

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times98
Working at Home42
Public Transportation Use11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents89
People Living Alone66
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals64
Seasonal and Vacation Housing56
Housing Recently Built44
Affordability of Property Taxes39
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