Nelson, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 10/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
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
351 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$154,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$650 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$665 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Buffalo 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

Buffalo County
1
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 15
Feb 1 8 19
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 66
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 5 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 3 33
Dec 1 11 19

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 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

St Felix School
3 miles, SW
Wabasha-Kellogg Secondary
4 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Wabasha-Kellogg Elementary
4 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Alma High
5 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Winona State University
31 miles, S • 2.8 star
University of Wisconsin-Stout
32 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Mayo Clinic Health System in Red Wing
30 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
40 miles, NE • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
43 miles, SW • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
52 miles, S • 1 star
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