Saxon, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
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
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
69 332.4M (US)
Median Age
53.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$85,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$354 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$216 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
97.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Iron 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

Iron County
3
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 32 12
Feb 1 21 16
Mar 2 19 26
Apr 3 8 39
May 3 1 52
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 3 0 65
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 4 4 44
Nov 2 19 30
Dec 2 31 17

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (55%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 25, WI Assembly District 74, WI
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Schools

Hurley High
10 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Hurley Elementary
10 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Gogebic Co Community Education
12 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Gogebic Community College
12 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Northland College
23 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Nicolet Area Technical College
77 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Aspirus Ironwood Hospital
15 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Memorial Medical Center
23 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Flambeau Hospital
39 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Howard Young Medical Center
54 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Duluth International Airport
88 miles, NW • 1 star
Houghton County Memorial Airport
102 miles, E • 1 star
Ford Airport
119 miles, SE • 1 star
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