Greendale, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
14,656 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
49.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,015 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$289,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$828 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,064 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Milwaukee County
8
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

Milwaukee County
7
Milwaukee-Waukesha Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 12 20
Feb 2 10 23
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 4 2 45
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 2 11 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 6%

Schools

Canterbury Elementary
<1 miles, NE 4.1 star
Greendale Middle
<1 miles, E 3.7 star
Greendale High
<1 miles, S 3.7 star

Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Milwaukee
3 miles, E 1 star
VICI Beauty School
3 miles, NW 1.4 star
Alverno College
4 miles, NE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Aurora St Lukes Medical Center
4 miles, NE 3.2 star
West Allis Memorial Hospital
4 miles, N 3.2 star

Airports