Viroqua, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
4,469 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,039 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$207,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$564 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$723 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Vernon County
1
La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area
2
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Vernon County
2
La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 17
Feb 1 8 22
Mar 2 7 33
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 5 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 4 35
Dec 1 11 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Youth Initiative High School
<1 miles, S • 5 star
Viroqua High
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Laurel High
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

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

Vernon Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
24 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
29 miles, N • 1 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
80 miles, S • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
84 miles, NW • 1 star
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