Richland Center, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
5,030 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,472 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$137,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$571 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$612 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Richland County
1
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

Richland County
1
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 17
Feb 1 8 22
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 4 1 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 10 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 48%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 17, WI Assembly District 50, WI
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Schools

Jefferson Elementary
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Richland Center High
1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
28 miles, SW • 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-Platteville
42 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Richland Hospital
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Reedsburg Area Medical Center
24 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
57 miles, NW • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
67 miles, SW • 1 star
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