Colfax, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,344 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,842 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$157,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$489 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$607 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dunn County
2
Menomonie 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

Dunn County
2
Menomonie Urban Area
2
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 13
Feb 1 8 18
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 2 2 45
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 2 0 47
Nov 2 4 32
Dec 1 8 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 10, WI Assembly District 29, WI
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Schools

Colfax High
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Colfax Elementary
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Elk Mound Middle
9 miles, S • 3.2 star
Elk Mound High
9 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Stout
13 miles, W • 2.8 star
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
18 miles, S • 2.8 star
Chippewa Valley Technical College
18 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
15 miles, SE • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
81 miles, S • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
84 miles, SW • 1 star
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