Vernon County, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
30,915 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,556 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$210,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$563 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$685 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area
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

La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 16
Feb 1 8 21
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 4 34
Dec 1 11 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 32, WI Assembly District 96, WI
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Schools

Westby Elementary
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
Westby Middle
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
Westby High
4 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
25 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Viterbo University
25 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Western Technical College
26 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Vernon Memorial Hospital
5 miles, W • 4.1 star
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
25 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
29 miles, NW • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
83 miles, S • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
86 miles, NW • 1 star
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