St. Croix Falls, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,469 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,179 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$216,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$687 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$761 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
3
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

Polk County
2
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 12
Feb 1 8 17
Mar 2 10 30
Apr 3 3 45
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 1 47
Nov 2 7 31
Dec 1 11 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 10, WI Assembly District 28, WI
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Schools

Saint Croix Falls Middle
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Saint Croix Falls Elementary
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Saint Croix Falls High
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Taylors Falls Elementary
2 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Century College
31 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Pine Technical & Community College
33 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Croix Regional Medical Ctr
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Ladd Memorial Hospital
8 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Amery Hospital & Clinic
15 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Fairview Lakes Health Services
19 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
67 miles, SE • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
70 miles, NW • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
100 miles, NW • 1 star
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