Clear Lake, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
1,050 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,214 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$172,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$544 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$712 $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

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 29
Apr 2 2 44
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 2 1 47
Nov 2 7 32
Dec 1 10 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 10, WI Assembly District 29, WI
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Schools

Gaylord A Nelson Educational Center
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Clear Lake Junior High
<1 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Clear Lake High
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Amery Intermediate
5 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Stout
31 miles, S • 2.8 star
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
32 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Century College
38 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Amery Hospital & Clinic
6 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Westfields Hospital and Clinic
17 miles, W • 5 star
Ladd Memorial Hospital
21 miles, NW • 4.1 star
St Croix Regional Medical Ctr
21 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
46 miles, SE • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
89 miles, NW • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
93 miles, SW • 1 star
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