Union Center, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
241 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$126,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$444 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$575 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Juneau 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

Juneau County
2
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 17
Feb 1 9 22
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 2 4 35
Dec 1 11 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% 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 66%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 4%

Schools

Wonewoc-Center High
2 miles, SE 2.8 star
Wonewoc-Center Junior High
2 miles, SE 1.9 star
Wonewoc-Center Elementary
2 miles, SE 3.2 star

Colleges

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
49 miles, NW 3.2 star
Viterbo University
50 miles, NW 2.8 star

Hospitals

Mile Bluff Medical Center
12 miles, E 4.1 star
Reedsburg Area Medical Center
16 miles, SE 3.2 star
Tomah Memorial Hospital
23 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
51 miles, NW 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
81 miles, NE 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
91 miles, SW 1 star