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Baraboo, WI

Looking to move to Baraboo, WI? You’ve come to the right place. Livability helps people find their perfect places to live, and we’ve got everything you need to know to decide if moving to Baraboo, WI is right for you.

Let’s start with the basics: Baraboo, WI has a population of 11904. What about cost of living in Baraboo, WI? The median income in Baraboo, WI is $66,977 and the median home value is $232,750.

Read on to learn more about Baraboo, WI, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.

Weather in Baraboo, WI

Average Temperatures

57 high / 34 low

Average Annual Rainfall

36 in

Average Annual Snowfall

42 in

Quick Facts about Baraboo, Wisconsin

Median Home Value
$232,750
Median Property Tax
$2,582
Total Population
11,904
Average Commute
19 min
Median Household Income
$66,977
Median Monthly Rent
$821

Map of Baraboo, WI

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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.

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