Bowler, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
309 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$133,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$494 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$565 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Shawano County
2
Shawano 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

Shawano County
3
Shawano Urban Area
3
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 13
Feb 1 9 18
Mar 2 8 29
Apr 3 3 43
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 2 4 32
Dec 1 12 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, WI State Senate District 2, WI Assembly District 6, WI
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Schools

Bowler Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bowler High
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Tigerton High
9 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

College of Menominee Nation
17 miles, SE • 1 star
Northcentral Technical College
34 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Shawano Medical Center
20 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Langlade Hospital
21 miles, N • 4.1 star
Ascension St Clares Hospital
30 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Central Wisconsin Airport
34 miles, W • 1 star
Appleton International Airport
48 miles, S • 1.4 star
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