Baileys Harbor town, Wisconsin
Baileys Harbor town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Baileys Harbor town is a geographic entity located in Door County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,258. The land area covers 29.51 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,258 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 55.8 yrs | ±5.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 774 | ±134 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,561 | ±166 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 774 | ±134 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 787 | ±104 |
| Median Home Value | $407,300 | ±$61,951 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,293 | ±$147 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,514 | ±$11,699 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,597 | ±$4,931 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 99 | ±63 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.3% | ±0.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 745 | ±187 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.6% | ±4.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 1,241 (2024)
ID: 192316
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
PO BOX 308, BAILEYS HARBOR WI 54202-0308
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GUS Population: 30,512 (2024)
ID: 115024
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
421 NEBRASKA ST, STURGEON BAY WI 54235-2225
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fish Creek, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fish Creek, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fish Creek, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Sturgeon Bay, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Sturgeon Bay, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Sturgeon Bay, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Sturgeon Bay, WI | |
| 6 Nearby | 2-3 | EGG HARBOR, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BAILEYS HARBOR (MCARDLE) BRANCH
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 2392 COUNTY F, BAILEYS HARBOR, WI, 54202 |
(920) 839-2210
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EPHRAIM BRANCH
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 9996 WATER ST., EPHRAIM, WI, 54211 |
(920) 854-2014
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SISTER BAY / LIBERTY GROVE BRANCH
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 2323 MILL RD., SISTER BAY, WI, 54234 |
(920) 854-2721
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FISH CREEK BRANCH
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 4097 MAIN ST., FISH CREEK, WI, 54212 |
(920) 868-3471
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EGG HARBOR BRANCH
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 7845 CHURCH ST., EGG HARBOR, WI, 54209 |
(920) 868-2664
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WASHINGTON ISLAND BRANCH
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 910 MAIN RD., WASHINGTON ISLAND, WI, 54246 |
(920) 847-2323
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DOOR COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 24.0 mi away | 107 S. 4TH AVE., STURGEON BAY, WI, 54235 |
(920) 743-6578
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at EPHRAIM 1NE-WWTP, WI US, located 7.4 miles from Baileys Harbor town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.7° | 12.0° | 19.4° | 1.71" | 16.8" |
| February | 29.1° | 12.8° | 21.0° | 1.06" | 14.1" |
| March | 38.6° | 21.1° | 29.8° | 1.66" | 7.9" |
| April | 51.0° | 31.1° | 41.1° | 2.71" | 6.4" |
| May | 64.5° | 41.9° | 53.2° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| June | 73.8° | 52.5° | 63.1° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.6° | 57.8° | 68.7° | 3.05" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.3° | 56.6° | 67.4° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.3° | 51.2° | 60.8° | 3.41" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.1° | 40.5° | 48.8° | 3.61" | 0.1" |
| November | 43.5° | 30.2° | 36.9° | 2.27" | 2.5" |
| December | 32.5° | 19.0° | 25.8° | 1.70" | 13.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baileys Harbor CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Sister Bay village | Village | 7.6 mi | — |
| Ephraim village | Village | 7.9 mi | — |
| Ellison Bay CDP | CDP | 11.2 mi | — |
| Egg Harbor village | Village | 12.8 mi | — |
| Sturgeon Bay city | City | 24.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5502904325. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.