Cameron, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,763 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,444 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$177,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$494 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$782 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Barron County
1
Rice Lake Urban Area
1
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Barron County
2
Rice Lake Urban Area
2
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 12
Feb 1 8 17
Mar 2 10 29
Apr 3 3 44
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 3 1 45
Nov 2 6 31
Dec 1 12 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 25, WI Assembly District 75, WI
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Schools

Cameron Middle
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Cameron High
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Cameron Academy of Virtual Education
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
North Star Academy
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Stout
38 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe College
41 miles, NE • 1 star
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
43 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Cumberland Memorial Hospital
17 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
39 miles, S • 1 star
Duluth International Airport
102 miles, N • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
108 miles, S • 1 star
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