Schofield, 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 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
2,020 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,478 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$144,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$476 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$812 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marathon County
2
Wausau Metro Area
2
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Marathon County
3
Wausau Metro Area
3
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 12 13
Feb 1 10 17
Mar 2 9 29
Apr 3 4 43
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 3 1 45
Nov 2 5 32
Dec 1 12 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 29, WI Assembly District 85, WI
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Schools

DC Everest Junior High
1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Rothschild Elementary
2 miles, S • 1.9 star
John Marshall Elementary
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Northcentral Technical College
5 miles, N • 1.9 star
Mid-State Technical College
37 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Ascension St Clares Hospital
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Aspirus Wausau Hospital
4 miles, N • 3.2 star
Ministry Good Samaritan Health Ctr
18 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Central Wisconsin Airport
10 miles, SW • 1 star
Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport
50 miles, NE • 1 star
Appleton International Airport
71 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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