Wausau, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
39,893 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,877 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$155,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$560 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$809 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marathon County
2
Wausau 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

Marathon County
3
Wausau Metro Area
3
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 12
Feb 1 9 17
Mar 2 9 28
Apr 3 3 43
May 3 0 54
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 3 1 45
Nov 2 5 31
Dec 1 12 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, WI State Senate District 29, WI Assembly District 85, WI
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Schools

John Muir Middle
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Lincoln Elementary
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Grant Elementary
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Northcentral Technical College
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Mid-State Technical College
40 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Aspirus Wausau Hospital
1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Ascension St Clares Hospital
6 miles, S • 3.2 star
Ministry Good Samaritan Health Ctr
15 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Central Wisconsin Airport
13 miles, SW • 1 star
Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport
47 miles, NE • 1 star
Appleton International Airport
74 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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