Somerset, WI
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
10/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Haven. The area has numerous high-quality hospitals and healthcare facilities within close proximity, offering excellent access to care.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
3,084
332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
24.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$76,176
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$271,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$638
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$923
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
St. Croix County
1
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
3
Wisconsin
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
St. Croix County
3
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 9 | 15 |
| Feb | 1 | 8 | 20 |
| Mar | 2 | 9 | 32 |
| Apr | 3 | 3 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 2 | 7 | 33 |
| Dec | 1 | 11 | 19 |
Hazards
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.
Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 48%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 10, WI Assembly District 28, WISchools
St Anne's School
<1 miles, NE
Somerset Middle
<1 miles, SW
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3.2
Somerset High
1 miles, SW
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3.7
Somerset Elementary
1 miles, SW
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3.7
Colleges
Century College
16 miles, W
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1.9
Rasmussen College-Lake Elmo/Woodbury
17 miles, W
University of Wisconsin-River Falls
19 miles, S
•
2.3
Hospitals
Westfields Hospital and Clinic
6 miles, SE
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5
Lakeview Memorial Hospital
9 miles, W
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5
Hudson Hospital
12 miles, SW
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5
Ladd Memorial Hospital
12 miles, N
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4.1
Airports
Minneapolis-St Paul International-Wold-Chamberlain Airport
32 miles, W
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4.6
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
61 miles, SE
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1
St. Cloud Regional Airport
73 miles, NW
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1
Rochester International Airport
84 miles, S
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1