Washburn, WI
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
1,858
332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
37.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$60,288
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$174,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$620
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$630
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Bayfield 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
Bayfield County
2
Wisconsin
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 25 | 12 |
| Feb | 1 | 15 | 16 |
| Mar | 2 | 15 | 26 |
| Apr | 3 | 5 | 39 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 50 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 3 | 1 | 45 |
| Nov | 2 | 14 | 31 |
| Dec | 1 | 24 | 18 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.
Liberal (59%) (37%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 35%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 25, WI Assembly District 74, WISchools
Washburn Elementary
<1 miles, E
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3.7
Washburn Middle
<1 miles, S
•
3.7
Washburn High
<1 miles, S
•
3.2
Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School
6 miles, S
Colleges
Northland College
7 miles, S
•
1.9
Gogebic Community College
38 miles, SE
•
1.4
Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe College
55 miles, SW
•
1
University of Wisconsin-Superior
56 miles, NW
•
1.9
Hospitals
Memorial Medical Center
8 miles, S
•
4.1
Aspirus Ironwood Hospital
40 miles, SE
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4.1
Lake View Memorial Hospital
44 miles, NW
Hayward Area Memorial Hospital
52 miles, SW
•
4.1
Airports
Duluth International Airport
62 miles, NW
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1
Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport
100 miles, S
•
1
Range Regional Airport
104 miles, NW
•
1
Houghton County Memorial Airport
119 miles, E
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1