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West Baraboo, WI

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Population
1,572
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
890 ft
Median Home Value
$224,700
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,104/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$60,880
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About West Baraboo

Nestled along the Baraboo River, West Baraboo is a quiet village of around 1,600 residents right next door to the city of Baraboo. It offers a relaxed, small-town atmosphere while keeping you well connected to the rest of Sauk County. Highway 12 runs straight through the area, making it easy to head north for a day in Wisconsin Dells or commute south toward Madison.

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Day-to-day life here blends seamlessly with its neighbor. Kids attend the Baraboo School District, and everyday essentials, local shopping, and downtown dining are just a couple of minutes away. When you want to get outside, Haskins Park provides a convenient boat launch and fishing pier right on the water, while Devil's Lake and Mirror Lake state parks are practically in your backyard for weekend hiking and paddling.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingLow PopulationA+100.0rating

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