Wausau, FL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
414 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
67.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$100,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$380 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$534 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
3
Panama City-Panama City Beach Metro Area
5
Florida
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
3
Panama City-Panama City Beach Metro Area
6
Florida
5

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 50
Feb 5 0 53
Mar 6 0 59
Apr 4 0 65
May 4 0 74
Jun 6 0 80
Jul 8 0 81
Aug 6 0 81
Sep 5 0 77
Oct 4 0 68
Nov 4 0 59
Dec 4 0 52

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 71% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, FL State Senate District 2, FL State House District 5, FL
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Schools

Vernon Middle School
6 miles, W • 2.8 star
Vernon High School
6 miles, W • 2.8 star
Vernon Elementary School
7 miles, W • 3.7 star
Chipley High School
9 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

The Baptist College of Florida
23 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Chipola College
24 miles, E • 1.4 star
Tom P Haney Technical Center
30 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Doctors Memorial Hospital
10 miles, N • 4.1 star
Jackson Hospital
23 miles, E • 3.2 star
Gulf Coast Regional Medical Center
31 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Dothan Regional Airport
48 miles, NE • 1 star
Tallahassee International Airport
75 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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