Amherst Junction, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
334 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$100,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$303,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$642 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$708 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Portage County
2
Stevens Point-Plover Urban 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

Portage County
2
Stevens Point-Plover Urban Area
2
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 15
Feb 1 9 19
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 2 44
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 46
Nov 2 3 33
Dec 1 12 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 24, WI Assembly District 71, WI
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Schools

Amherst Elementary
2 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Amherst Middle
2 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Amherst High
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
13 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Mid-State Technical College
24 miles, W • 1.9 star
Northcentral Technical College
39 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Michael's Hospital
13 miles, NW • 5 star
Thedacare Medical Center-Waupaca
15 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Central Wisconsin Airport
27 miles, N • 1 star
Appleton International Airport
42 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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