Port Wing Town, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
346 332.4M (US)
Median Age
60.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$175,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$477 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$338 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bayfield County
2
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

Bayfield County
2
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 18 12
Feb 1 11 17
Mar 2 11 27
Apr 2 4 39
May 2 0 49
Jun 4 0 59
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 2 1 45
Nov 2 11 32
Dec 1 18 19

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 25, WI Assembly District 74, WI
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Schools

South Shore Elementary
3 miles, N • 3.7 star
South Shore Jr/Sr High
3 miles, N • 2.8 star
Iron River Elementary
14 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Northwestern High
21 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Northland College
25 miles, SE • 1.9 star
University of Minnesota-Duluth
36 miles, NW • 3.2 star
University of Wisconsin-Superior
36 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Medical Center
25 miles, SE • 4.1 star
St Lukes Hospital
36 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Essentia Health Duluth
36 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Duluth International Airport
41 miles, NW • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
83 miles, NW • 1 star
Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport
118 miles, SE • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
130 miles, SW • 1 star
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