Amery, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,959 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,290 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$164,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$689 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$949 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
3
Wisconsin
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
2
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 12
Feb 1 8 18
Mar 2 10 30
Apr 3 3 45
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 1 47
Nov 2 7 32
Dec 1 11 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 10, WI Assembly District 28, WI
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Schools

Lien Elementary
<1 miles, SE
Amery High
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Amery Middle
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Amery Intermediate
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-River Falls
34 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Century College
35 miles, W • 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-Stout
37 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Amery Hospital & Clinic
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
St Croix Regional Medical Ctr
15 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Westfields Hospital and Clinic
16 miles, SW • 5 star
Ladd Memorial Hospital
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
52 miles, SE • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
84 miles, NW • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
97 miles, SW • 1 star
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