Bayfield County, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
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
16,410 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,609 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$228,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$554 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$627 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wisconsin
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (37%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 21 12
Feb 1 13 16
Mar 2 13 26
Apr 2 5 39
May 3 0 51
Jun 4 0 60
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 3 0 65
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 2 12 30
Dec 1 21 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Iron River Elementary
12 miles, W · 4.6star
Washburn Middle
14 miles, E · 3.7star
Washburn Elementary
14 miles, E · 3.7star
Washburn High
14 miles, E · 3.2star
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Colleges

Northland College
15 miles, SE · 1.9star
University of Wisconsin-Superior
44 miles, NW · 1.9star
University of Minnesota-Duluth
45 miles, NW · 3.2star
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Hospitals

Memorial Medical Center
14 miles, SE · 4.1star
Hayward Area Memorial Hospital
44 miles, SW · 4.1star
St Marys Hospital Superior
44 miles, NW · 4.1star
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Airports

Duluth International Airport
50 miles, NW · 1star
Range Regional Airport
94 miles, NW · 1star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
123 miles, SW · 1star
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