Evansville, 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 4/10
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
5,771 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,841 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$256,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$718 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$843 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rock County
3
Janesville-Beloit 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

Rock County
5
Janesville-Beloit Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 18
Feb 1 8 23
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 2 37
Dec 2 10 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, WI State Senate District 15, WI Assembly District 45, WI
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Schools

JC McKenna Middle
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Evansville High
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Blackhawk Technical College
19 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Madison Media Institute
19 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Edgewood College
20 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Stoughton Hospital
11 miles, NE • 5 star
Mercy Health System Corp
15 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Dubuque Regional Airport
76 miles, W • 1 star
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