Herbster, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
109 332.4M (US)
Median Age
62.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
22.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$342,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$950 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,104 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
19.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bayfield County
2
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

Bayfield County
2
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 18 13
Feb 1 12 17
Mar 2 12 26
Apr 2 4 39
May 3 0 50
Jun 4 0 59
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 3 1 45
Nov 2 12 32
Dec 1 18 19

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

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

South Shore Elementary
8 miles, W • 3.7 star
South Shore Jr/Sr High
8 miles, W • 2.8 star
Washburn Elementary
20 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Washburn Middle
20 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Northland College
25 miles, S • 1.9 star
University of Minnesota-Duluth
40 miles, W • 3.2 star
The College of Saint Scholastica
41 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Medical Center
25 miles, S • 4.1 star
St Lukes Hospital
40 miles, W • 3.2 star
Essentia Health Duluth
40 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Duluth International Airport
45 miles, NW • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
84 miles, NW • 1 star
Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport
119 miles, SE • 1 star
Houghton County Memorial Airport
132 miles, E • 1 star
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