Altoona, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
8,750 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,126 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$220,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$633 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$955 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Eau Claire County
2
Eau Claire Metro Area
2
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Eau Claire County
4
Eau Claire Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 14
Feb 1 8 19
Mar 2 8 31
Apr 3 2 45
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 2 0 47
Nov 2 5 33
Dec 1 9 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 38%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 23, WI Assembly District 68, WI
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Schools

Altoona High
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Altoona Middle
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Altoona Intermediate
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
3 miles, W • 2.8 star
Chippewa Valley Technical College
3 miles, W • 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-Stout
24 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Sacred Heart Hospital
4 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
64 miles, S • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
81 miles, SW • 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
87 miles, SE • 1 star
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