Rhinelander, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
8,248 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,561 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$123,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$504 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$700 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oneida 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

Oneida County
3
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 12 11
Feb 1 9 16
Mar 2 10 26
Apr 2 5 40
May 2 0 52
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 65
Aug 2 0 64
Sep 4 0 55
Oct 2 1 44
Nov 2 7 29
Dec 1 13 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 12, WI Assembly District 34, WI
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Schools

Crescent Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Central Elementary
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Rhinelander High
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Nicolet Area Technical College
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
Northcentral Technical College
46 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Ministry Saint Marys Hospital
6 miles, E • 4.1 star
Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital
18 miles, W • 3.2 star
Howard Young Medical Center
22 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Central Wisconsin Airport
60 miles, SW • 1 star
Ford Airport
64 miles, E • 1 star
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