Lake Wisconsin, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
5,051 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$116,053 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$421,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$809 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,129 $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

Columbia County
2
Madison Metro Area
3
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Madison Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 17
Feb 1 8 22
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 3 1 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 2 35
Dec 1 10 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 6%

Schools

Merrimac Community
2 miles, NW 4.1 star
Lodi High
4 miles, S 3.7 star
Lodi Primary
4 miles, S
Lodi Middle
4 miles, S 2.3 star

Colleges

Madison Area Technical College
22 miles, S 1.9 star
Herzing University-Madison
22 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Sauk Prairie Hospital
10 miles, W 5 star
Divine Savior Healthcare
15 miles, NE 2.3 star

Airports

Appleton International Airport
82 miles, NE 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
87 miles, SW 1 star