State Senate District 29, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
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
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
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
178,845 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,175 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$198,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$561 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$752 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 12
Feb 1 9 17
Mar 1 9 28
Apr 2 3 43
May 3 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 3 1 45
Nov 2 5 31
Dec 1 12 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 5%

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Congressional District 7, WI Assembly District 87, WI
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Schools

Ogema Elementary
15 miles, E • 3.2 star
Medford Elementary
16 miles, S • 2.3 star
Medford High
16 miles, S • 2.8 star
Hillside School
16 miles, S
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Colleges

Northcentral Technical College
50 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Marshfield Medical Center-Ladysmith
28 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Our Lady of Victory Hospital
31 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital
42 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
55 miles, W • 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
58 miles, SE • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
106 miles, SW • 1 star
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