Lake Holcombe Town, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
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
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
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
1,103 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,471 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$214,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$608 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$655 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.2% 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 9 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 45
Nov 2 5 31
Dec 1 12 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 4%

Schools

Holcombe High
2 miles, W 3.2 star
Holcombe Elementary
2 miles, W 1.9 star

Colleges

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

Hospitals

Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith
15 miles, N 3.2 star
Our Lady of Victory Hospital
21 miles, S 3.2 star
St Joseph's Hospital
24 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
32 miles, SW 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
76 miles, SE 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
94 miles, SW 1 star