Poplar, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
610 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,188 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$197,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$650 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,025 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas County
3
Duluth Metro Area
3
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas County
6
Duluth Metro Area
6
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 14 11
Feb 1 10 16
Mar 2 10 26
Apr 3 4 40
May 3 0 51
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 2 11 30
Dec 1 14 16

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (57%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 25, WI Assembly District 73, WI
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Schools

Northwestern Elementary
1 miles, E • 2.3 star
Northwestern Middle
1 miles, E • 3.2 star
Northwestern High
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
Lake Superior Elementary
12 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Superior
17 miles, NW • 1.9 star
University of Minnesota-Duluth
22 miles, N • 3.2 star
Lake Superior College
22 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Marys Hospital Superior
17 miles, NW • 4.1 star
St Lukes Hospital
21 miles, N • 3.2 star
Essentia Health Duluth
21 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Duluth International Airport
26 miles, NW • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
75 miles, N • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
112 miles, W • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
119 miles, S • 1 star
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