Salem Lakes, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
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
14,521 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$94,554 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$281,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$824 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$912 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kenosha County
4
Kenosha Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kenosha County
4
Kenosha Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 12 21
Feb 2 8 25
Mar 2 5 35
Apr 4 1 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 2 38
Dec 2 9 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% 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 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WI State Senate District 21, WI Assembly District 61, WI
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Schools

Salem Elementary
1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Trevor-Wilmot Grade
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
Riverview Elementary
2 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Central High
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Shepherds College
11 miles, NE
College of Lake County
14 miles, S • 1.9 star
Herzing University-Kenosha
15 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Aurora Medical Center Kenosha
10 miles, E • 5 star
Aurora Memorial Hospital Burlington
12 miles, N • 4.1 star
United Hospital System
16 miles, E • 3.2 star
Midwestern Region Med Center
17 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

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