Why Live Here?

• Mixed Work Force: Many communities in Wisconsin are either definitively white-collar or definitively blue collar, but Deforest is a welcome exception. Here you’ll find everything from consultants and sales professionals to line workers and customer service representatives. Some of the top employers in the area include: Walgreens Distribution Center, the DeForest Area School District, Evco Plastics, Clack Corporation, Ball Corporation, ABS Global and Pleasant Company (American Girl).
• Family-Oriented: About 44.9% of the households in DeForest have children under 18 living there. The village’s noteworthy public school district and large number of college-educated individuals create an atmosphere of success. DeForest has a lower crime rate than the average American town and the small village vibe ensures friendly neighbors.
• Quiet: Residents say you needn’t worry about your kids taking a ride on their bikes or your house getting broken into. Even though you’re just a 10 minute drive from thriving Madison, Wisconsin, you’ll feel tucked away in this quiet bedroom community.
• High Math Scores: The math scores for the average DeForest student is nearly double the national average. It’s no surprise, then, that there are more people working in mathematics and computers here than 95 percent of America.