Waterloo, WI
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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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
3,542
332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
23.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$78,103
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.7%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$219,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$604
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$815
$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
Jefferson County
2
Watertown-Fort Atkinson Urban 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
Jefferson County
3
Watertown-Fort Atkinson Urban Area
3
Wisconsin
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 12 | 19 |
| Feb | 1 | 10 | 22 |
| Mar | 2 | 5 | 34 |
| Apr | 3 | 2 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 49 |
| Nov | 2 | 2 | 36 |
| Dec | 2 | 11 | 22 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.
Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 58%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 5, WI State Senate District 13, WI Assembly District 38, WISchools
Holy Family School
<1 miles, SW
St John Evangelical Lutheran School
<1 miles, E
Holy Family Catholic School
<1 miles, SW
Waterloo Elementary
<1 miles, N
•
1.9
Colleges
Maranatha Baptist University
13 miles, E
•
1.4
Herzing University-Madison
15 miles, W
•
1.9
Madison Area Technical College
18 miles, W
•
1.9
Madison Media Institute
18 miles, W
•
1.4
Hospitals
Columbus Community Hospital
10 miles, N
•
4.1
Watertown Memorial Hospital
15 miles, E
•
4.1
Fort Memorial Hospital
19 miles, S
•
5
Beaver Dam Community Hospital
20 miles, NE
•
3.2
Airports
Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field
18 miles, W
•
2.3
General Mitchell International Airport
58 miles, SE
•
3.2
Chicago-Rockford International Airport
68 miles, SW
•
1
Appleton International Airport
78 miles, NE
•
1.4