Shullsburg, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
1,310 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$130,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$491 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$628 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lafayette 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

Lafayette County
2
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 18
Feb 1 8 22
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 2 11 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 5%

Schools

Shullsburg Junior High
<1 miles, E 1.9 star
Shullsburg Elementary
<1 miles, E 2.3 star
Shullsburg High
<1 miles, E 2.8 star
Scales Mound Jr High School
7 miles, SW 2.8 star

Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Platteville
17 miles, NW 3.2 star
Capri College-Dubuque
23 miles, W 1.4 star
Loras College
23 miles, W 2.8 star
Clarke University
24 miles, W 2.3 star

Hospitals

Southwest Health Center
15 miles, NW 5 star
Mercyone Dubuque Medical Center
23 miles, W 5 star

Airports

Dubuque Regional Airport
27 miles, W 1 star
Quad City International Airport
79 miles, SW 1.4 star