Grafton, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
12,274 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,634 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$301,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$726 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,009 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ozaukee County
1
Milwaukee-Waukesha Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ozaukee County
2
Milwaukee-Waukesha Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 12 19
Feb 1 9 22
Mar 2 5 32
Apr 3 1 44
May 2 0 55
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 2 0 60
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 2 36
Dec 2 9 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, WI State Senate District 8, WI Assembly District 24, WI
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Schools

Grafton Elementary
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Grafton High
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Concordia University-Wisconsin
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
Cardinal Stritch University
13 miles, S • 2.8 star
Bryant & Stratton College-Bayshore
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Aurora Medical Center-Grafton
1 miles, E • 5 star
Columbia St Marys Hospital Ozaukee
5 miles, S • 4.1 star
Community Memorial Hospital
14 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Appleton International Airport
71 miles, N • 1.4 star
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