Franks Field, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
131 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
35.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$26,429 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
55.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$15,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$231 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$212 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ashland 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

Ashland County
5
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 34 12
Feb 1 22 16
Mar 2 20 26
Apr 3 8 39
May 3 1 52
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 3 0 65
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 4 4 44
Nov 2 20 31
Dec 2 33 17

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 25, WI Assembly District 74, WI
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Schools

Lake Superior Learning Community
13 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Oredocker Project School
13 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Ashland Middle
13 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Northland College
13 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Gogebic Community College
21 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe College
56 miles, SW • 1 star
University of Wisconsin-Superior
72 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Medical Center
14 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Aspirus Ironwood Hospital
24 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Flambeau Hospital
44 miles, S • 3.2 star
Hayward Area Memorial Hospital
56 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Duluth International Airport
78 miles, NW • 1 star
Houghton County Memorial Airport
108 miles, E • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
120 miles, NW • 1 star
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