197 movers in Baraboo
EZ Moving Group
"Terrible experience August. 4 I left Chicago, didn't get my storage items, till August 21st and they broke my TV and I was missing storage bins. Never able to contact Joshua no one ever answers the phone, on hold for 45 minutes then the phone hang..."
North Shore Movers
"Don't use them! Charged an extra hour, added incorrect fees and did not adjust. Also damaged several pieces of furniture. $1,900+ for a local move."
Doorage
"Do not use this company. Horrible service. They lost some of our items. They also damaged some of our furniture. Sean is a coward and will not take our calls or return our messages. How do you lose items when this is your business? Must be employe..."
Sovereign Moving Company
"Selected this company based on a very reasonable price quote. Upon arrival, the movers increased the total cost of my move by almost $1000. as others here have mentioned too. I had to leave things behind because of this. I was told last Tuesday, 1..."
Charter Transportation
"Sitting in an empty house with a pregnant wife and two little kids waiting for the company to find a driver to deliver my items to my new location. Well past the the delivery date provided by the company. They keep saying sorry but have provided n..."
Midwest Movers
"Its worst and pathetic service.. They give you best deal but no grantee of your items, my few boxes are missing and most of furniture are broken.. And their claim process is bad, its almost 2 years for service but still struggling with claim.. Ple..."
What to know when moving to Baraboo, WI
TL;DR: Baraboo at a Glance
- The Vibe:
- A community where 30.6% of residents are renters and the median household income is $73,856.
- The Major Draw:
- Access to Devil's Lake State Park, rated 4.8 stars by over 12,900 visitors.
- The Reality Check:
- A 7.9% poverty rate may indicate economic challenges for some residents.
- Commute:
- Only 0% of residents use public transit, so plan on a car.
- Top Tip:
- Median rent is $951, so budget accordingly.
Your Money: Housing & Cost Snapshot
- Median rent is $951, providing a budget-friendly option for renters.
- Median home value is $214,500, which is relatively affordable compared to many regions.
- About 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, contributing to the community's educational background.
- The poverty rate is 7.9%, indicating some economic diversity.
- With 30.6% of the population renting, there is a balance between owners and renters.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Data Profiles.
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
Wisconsin reports a lower crime rate compared to the national average, which may provide some peace of mind.
- Violent crime rate in Wisconsin is 235.9 per 100k, which is 27.5% lower than the national rate of 325.3.
- Property crime rate is 981.4 per 100k, 36.6% lower than the national rate of 1546.9.
- Burglary has decreased by 40.9% since 2022, leading to a rate of 92.8 per 100k.
- The homicide rate is 3.8 per 100k, which is also below the national rate of 4.3.
- Overall, crime rates have shown a downward trend in recent years.
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Wisconsin).
Weather & Getting Outside
Sauk County experiences an average annual temperature of 70°F and receives about 23.1 inches of precipitation each year, with 89 rainy days.
- Devil's Lake State Park - 4.8 stars (12,936 reviews)
- Mirror Lake State Park - 4.7 stars (3,115 reviews)
- Ochsner Park Zoo - 4.6 stars (1,724 reviews)
- Rocky Arbor State Park - 4.3 stars (858 reviews)
Sources: NOAA Climate Data Online, Google Places.
