Cambridge, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
1,507 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,424 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$280,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$769 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$944 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dane County
3
Madison Metro Area
3
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dane County
4
Madison Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 18
Feb 1 9 22
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 2 2 36
Dec 2 11 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 6%

Schools

Nikolay Middle
<1 miles, S 2.3 star
Cambridge Elementary
<1 miles, W 3.7 star
Cambridge High
<1 miles, SE 3.7 star

Colleges

Madison Media Institute
14 miles, NW 1.4 star
Herzing University-Madison
17 miles, NW 1.9 star
Madison Area Technical College
17 miles, NW 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
18 miles, SE 2.8 star

Hospitals

Fort Memorial Hospital
11 miles, SE 5 star
Stoughton Hospital
11 miles, W 5 star

Airports

Appleton International Airport
90 miles, NE 1.4 star