Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
17%
Cross Plains
Cross Plains, WI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,295
Population
4,084
Renter Mix
32% Rent
Bask in this Madison suburb’s many charms
Suburban
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Welcoming
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Family-Friendly
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Scenic
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Historic
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Vibrant
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Convenient
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Located about 14 miles west of Madison, Cross Plains is a welcoming suburb with a charming rural character and a strong sense of community pride. Cross Plains offers abundance of diverse recreational opportunities, from hiking the glacially carved landscapes of the Ice Age Trail to fishing the swift waters of Black Earth Creek.
Cross Plains is home to a vibrant Main Street, brimming with friendly shops, eateries, cafes, and more. Residents also enjoy convenience to the many shopping centers of Madison, Wisconsin’s state capital. Quick access to U.S. 14 makes getting around from Cross Plains easy.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$97,947
Average: $115,078
Education
1,251
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,588
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Cross Plains has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
32%
Non-Renters
68%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
24%
Other Education
76%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Cross Plains, WI is $1,125 for a studio, $1,298 for one bedroom, $1,588 for two bedrooms, and $1,895 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Cross Plains has increased by 2.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,298/month
769 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Cross Plains, WI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
935 Students
Public
Grades K-8
935 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
252 Students
Public
Grades K-8
935 Students
Public
Grades K-8
935 Students
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Stricker's Pond
- Owen Conservation Park
- North Country National Scenic Trail
- Elver Park
- Tyrol Basin
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Dane County Regional/Truax Field
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.