Mason, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
89 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$245 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$728 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bayfield County
2
Wisconsin
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Bayfield County
2
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 23 11
Feb 1 16 15
Mar 2 16 26
Apr 3 6 40
May 3 1 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 4 2 44
Nov 2 15 30
Dec 2 24 16

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 6%

Schools

Marengo Valley Elementary
9 miles, E 3.7 star
Drummond Junior High
12 miles, W 1.4 star
Drummond Elementary
12 miles, W 3.2 star
Drummond High
12 miles, W 2.8 star

Colleges

Northland College
13 miles, NE 1.9 star
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe College
37 miles, SW 1 star
Gogebic Community College
43 miles, E 1.4 star
University of Wisconsin-Superior
53 miles, NW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Memorial Medical Center
12 miles, NE 4.1 star
Hayward Area Memorial Hospital
34 miles, SW 4.1 star
Aspirus Ironwood Hospital
46 miles, E 4.1 star
Flambeau Hospital
46 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

Duluth International Airport
61 miles, NW 1 star
Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport
94 miles, SE 1 star
Range Regional Airport
107 miles, NW 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
110 miles, SW 1 star