Waterloo, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car 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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 6%

Schools

Waterloo Elementary
<1 miles, N 1.9 star

Colleges

Maranatha Baptist University
13 miles, E 1.4 star
Herzing University-Madison
15 miles, W 1.9 star
Madison Area Technical College
18 miles, W 1.9 star
Madison Media Institute
18 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Columbus Community Hospital
10 miles, N 4.1 star
Watertown Memorial Hospital
15 miles, E 4.1 star
Fort Memorial Hospital
19 miles, S 5 star
Beaver Dam Community Hospital
20 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Appleton International Airport
78 miles, NE 1.4 star