Menomonie, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
16,548 332.4M (US)
Median Age
25.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,587 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
32.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$203,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$717 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$782 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
37.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dunn County
2
Menomonie 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

Dunn County
2
Menomonie Urban Area
2
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 14
Feb 1 8 19
Mar 2 9 31
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 47
Nov 2 5 33
Dec 1 8 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 7%

Schools

Oaklawn Elementary
<1 miles, S 2.3 star
Menomonie Middle
1 miles, S 1.9 star
St Joseph School
1 miles, SW
Wakanda Elementary
1 miles, N 2.8 star

Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Stout
1 miles, SW 2.8 star
Chippewa Valley Technical College
21 miles, SE 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
21 miles, SE 2.8 star
The Professional Hair Design Academy
23 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
21 miles, SE 1 star
Rochester International Airport
74 miles, SW 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
77 miles, S 1 star