Polonia, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
624 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$115,862 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$320,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$584 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$675 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Portage County
2
Stevens Point-Plover 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

Portage County
2
Stevens Point-Plover Urban Area
2
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 12 14
Feb 1 10 18
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 3 44
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 3 0 46
Nov 2 4 32
Dec 1 12 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 24, WI Assembly District 70, WI
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Schools

Rosholt Elementary
6 miles, E • 1.9 star
Rosholt High
6 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Mid-State Technical College
23 miles, W • 1.9 star
Northcentral Technical College
30 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Michael's Hospital
8 miles, W • 5 star
Ascension St Clares Hospital
23 miles, N • 3.2 star
Thedacare Medical Center-Waupaca
23 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Central Wisconsin Airport
18 miles, N • 1 star
Appleton International Airport
49 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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