Vesper, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
482 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,448 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$116,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$382 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$554 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wood County
1
Wisconsin Rapids-Marshfield Urban Area
1
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wood County
4
Wisconsin Rapids-Marshfield Urban Area
4
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 14
Feb 1 9 18
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 2 44
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 3 0 46
Nov 2 3 32
Dec 1 13 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, WI State Senate District 24, WI Assembly District 70, WI
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Schools

Vesper Community Academy
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Pittsville High
8 miles, W • 2.8 star
Pittsville Elementary
8 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Mid-State Technical College
11 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Northcentral Technical College
38 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Marshfield Medical Center
17 miles, N • 3.2 star
St Michael's Hospital
20 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Central Wisconsin Airport
25 miles, NE • 1 star
Appleton International Airport
73 miles, SE • 1.4 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
76 miles, W • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
79 miles, NW • 1 star
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