Wauwatosa, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
47,718 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
61.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,859 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$307,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$808 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,265 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Milwaukee County
8
Milwaukee-Waukesha Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Milwaukee County
7
Milwaukee-Waukesha Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 12 20
Feb 2 9 23
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 2 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 2 11 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 34%
Hillary Clinton 60%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, WI State Senate District 5, WI Assembly District 14, WI
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Schools

McKinley Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Whitman Middle
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
West High
1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Eisenhower Elementary
1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Mount Mary University
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Bryant & Stratton College-Wauwatosa
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

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