Melrose, 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 10/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
637 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,208 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$137,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$591 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$613 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
1
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

Jackson County
3
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 17
Feb 1 8 22
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 10 21

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 31, WI Assembly District 92, WI
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Schools

Melrose-Mindoro Junior/Senior High
4 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Melrose-Mindoro Elementary
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Cataract Elementary
8 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
25 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Western Technical College
25 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Viterbo University
26 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Black River Memorial Hospital
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
22 miles, SW • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
56 miles, N • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
76 miles, W • 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
79 miles, E • 1 star
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