Pewaukee, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
8,240 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,380 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$266,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$638 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,091 $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

Waukesha County
1
Milwaukee-Waukesha Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Waukesha County
2
Milwaukee-Waukesha Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 20
Feb 2 9 24
Mar 2 6 34
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 2 11 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, WI State Senate District 33, WI Assembly District 98, WI
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Schools

Asa Clark Middle
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Horizon School
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Pewaukee Lake Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Pewaukee High
1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Waukesha County Technical College
1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Carroll University
6 miles, S • 2.3 star
Herzing University-Brookfield
8 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Waukesha Memorial Hospital
5 miles, S • 5 star
Community Memorial Hospital
8 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

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