Big Bend, WI

Population
1,498
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
819 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$323,500
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,125/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$134,615
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Big Bend gets its name from a sweeping curve along the Fox River, which winds right through this quiet Waukesha County community. Sitting about twenty miles southwest of Milwaukee just off I-43, the village offers a peaceful, small-town atmosphere with a straightforward commute into the metro area. Daily life moves at a relaxed pace, whether folks are browsing books at the village library or heading down to the water.

Outdoor recreation is a major draw here, with local parks featuring Fox River boat launches, ballfields, playgrounds, and picnic spaces. For families considering a move, the village is served by the highly regarded Mukwonago Area School District, with young students attending Big Bend Elementary right in town. It adds up to a comfortable, close-knit place that combines everyday convenience with scenic riverfront charm.

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