Ontario, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
380 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$130,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$500 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$488 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Vernon County
1
La Crosse-Onalaska Metro 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

Vernon County
2
La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 16
Feb 1 9 21
Mar 2 7 33
Apr 3 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 4 35
Dec 1 11 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 32, WI Assembly District 96, WI
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Schools

Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton Elementary
3 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Brookwood High
3 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
32 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Viterbo University
33 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Western Technical College
33 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Tomah Memorial Hospital
17 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Vernon Memorial Hospital
19 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
35 miles, NW • 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
86 miles, NE • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
90 miles, N • 1 star
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