Jim Falls, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
247 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$188,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$614 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$783 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.2% 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 13
Feb 1 8 18
Mar 2 8 29
Apr 3 2 43
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 5 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 2 5 32
Dec 1 10 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Schools

Jim Falls Elementary
<1 miles, SW 4.1 star
Cadott High
9 miles, S 2.8 star

Colleges

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

Hospitals

St Joseph's Hospital
8 miles, SW 4.1 star
Our Lady of Victory Hospital
18 miles, SE 3.2 star

Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
16 miles, SW 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
81 miles, SE 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
81 miles, S 1 star