Lake Mills, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
6,391 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,039 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$282,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$729 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$930 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jefferson County
2
Watertown-Fort Atkinson Urban 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

Jefferson County
3
Watertown-Fort Atkinson Urban Area
3
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 18
Feb 1 9 22
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 3 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 2 2 36
Dec 2 11 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, WI State Senate District 13, WI Assembly District 38, WI
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Schools

Lake Mills High
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Lake Mills Middle
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Lake Mills Elementary
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Lakeside Lutheran High School
<1 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Maranatha Baptist University
12 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
19 miles, S • 2.8 star
Madison Media Institute
20 miles, W • 1.4 star
Herzing University-Madison
20 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Fort Memorial Hospital
11 miles, S • 5 star
Watertown Memorial Hospital
13 miles, E • 4.1 star
Columbus Community Hospital
18 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Appleton International Airport
84 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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