Prairie Farm, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
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
462 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,563 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$124,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$390 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$567 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Barron County
1
Rice Lake Urban Area
1
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Barron County
2
Rice Lake Urban Area
2
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 12
Feb 1 8 17
Mar 2 9 29
Apr 3 2 44
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 2 6 32
Dec 1 11 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 46% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 25, WI Assembly District 75, WI
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Schools

Prairie Farm Middle
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Prairie Farm High
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Prairie Farm Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Ridgeland-Dallas Elementary
5 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Stout
25 miles, S • 2.8 star
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
38 miles, S • 2.8 star
Chippewa Valley Technical College
38 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mayo Clinic Health System-Northland
13 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Amery Hospital & Clinic
19 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Cumberland Memorial Hospital
20 miles, N • 3.2 star
Lakeview Medical Center of Rice Lake
22 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
35 miles, S • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
95 miles, SW • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
100 miles, S • 1 star
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