Dodge, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
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
220 332.4M (US)
Median Age
70.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,268 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$182,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$847 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$675 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Trempealeau County
1
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

Trempealeau County
2
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 16
Feb 1 8 21
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 10 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 6%

Schools

Washington-Kosciusko Elementary
7 miles, SW 3.7 star
Winona Area Learning Center
8 miles, SW 1.9 star

Colleges

Winona State University
8 miles, SW 2.8 star
Minnesota State College Southeast
8 miles, SW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Winona Health Services
8 miles, SW 4.1 star
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
28 miles, S 4.1 star

Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
23 miles, S 1 star
Rochester International Airport
50 miles, W 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
51 miles, NE 1 star