Poynette, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
2,583 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,950 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$260,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$767 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$620 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Madison 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

Columbia County
2
Madison Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 17
Feb 1 8 22
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 3 1 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 2 2 35
Dec 2 11 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, WI State Senate District 14, WI Assembly District 42, WI
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Schools

Poynette Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Poynette High
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Poynette Middle
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Herzing University-Madison
18 miles, S • 1.9 star
Madison Area Technical College
19 miles, S • 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-Madison
22 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Divine Savior Healthcare
12 miles, N • 2.3 star
Ssm Health St Clare Hospital-Baraboo
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Sauk Prairie Hospital
19 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Appleton International Airport
74 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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