Prescott, WI
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
4,376
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
30.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$82,730
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$282,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$862
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,082
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Pierce County
2
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington 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
Pierce County
2
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 10 | 13 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 18 |
| Mar | 2 | 8 | 31 |
| Apr | 3 | 2 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 2 | 7 | 33 |
| Dec | 1 | 9 | 18 |
Hazards
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (48%) (46%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 53%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 31, WI Assembly District 93, WISchools
Malone Elementary
<1 miles, NW
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3.2
Prescott 4K
<1 miles, NW
Prescott Middle
<1 miles, W
•
2.3
St Joseph Parish School
<1 miles, SW
Colleges
Hastings Beauty School
3 miles, W
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
11 miles, E
•
2.3
Inver Hills Community College
14 miles, NW
•
2.3
Dakota County Technical College
14 miles, W
•
1.9
Hospitals
Regina Hospital
4 miles, W
•
4.1
River Falls Area Hospital
12 miles, E
•
4.1
Hudson Hospital
15 miles, NE
•
5
Healtheast Woodwinds Hospital
15 miles, N
•
4.1
Airports
Minneapolis-St Paul International-Wold-Chamberlain Airport
23 miles, NW
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4.6
Rochester International Airport
60 miles, S
•
1
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
64 miles, E
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1
St. Cloud Regional Airport
83 miles, NW
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1