Whitewater, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
15,705 332.4M (US)
Median Age
21.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
36.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
67.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
39.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$211,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$672 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$845 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
26.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Walworth County
2
Whitewater-Elkhorn 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

Walworth County
2
Whitewater-Elkhorn Urban Area
2
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 19
Feb 1 8 23
Mar 2 5 34
Apr 3 1 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 1 37
Dec 2 10 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, WI State Senate District 11, WI Assembly District 31, WI
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Schools

Washington Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Lincoln Elementary
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Whitewater Middle
1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Whitewater 4K
1 miles, W
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Blackhawk Technical College
22 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Fort Memorial Hospital
8 miles, N • 5 star
Aurora Lakeland Medical Center
17 miles, SE • 5 star
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Airports

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