Sheldon, 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 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
265 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$37,054 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$116,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$525 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$506 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rusk 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

Rusk County
2
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 12
Feb 1 9 16
Mar 2 11 29
Apr 3 3 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 6 31
Dec 1 12 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 29, WI Assembly District 87, WI
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Schools

Flambeau High
10 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

The Professional Hair Design Academy
44 miles, SW • 1.4 star
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
44 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Chippewa Valley Technical College
45 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith
12 miles, N • 3.2 star
Our Lady of Victory Hospital
25 miles, S • 3.2 star
St Joseph's Hospital
32 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
40 miles, SW • 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
73 miles, SE • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
100 miles, SW • 1 star
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