Holcombe, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
244 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,477 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$150,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$373 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$622 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Chippewa County
2
Eau Claire Metro Area
2
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Chippewa County
3
Eau Claire Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 12
Feb 1 9 17
Mar 2 10 29
Apr 3 2 44
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 2 5 31
Dec 1 12 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 4%

Schools

Holcombe High
<1 miles, SW 3.2 star
Holcombe Elementary
<1 miles, SW 1.9 star
Cornell Elementary
4 miles, SW 4.1 star
Cornell High
4 miles, SW 3.2 star

Colleges

The Professional Hair Design Academy
35 miles, SW 1.4 star
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
35 miles, SW 2.8 star
Chippewa Valley Technical College
35 miles, SW 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-Stout
46 miles, W 2.8 star

Hospitals

Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith
16 miles, NE 3.2 star
Our Lady of Victory Hospital
21 miles, S 3.2 star
St Joseph's Hospital
22 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
30 miles, SW 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
77 miles, SE 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
93 miles, SW 1 star