Columbia County, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
58,322 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,792 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$258,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$661 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$773 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Madison Metro Area
3
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

Madison Metro Area
4
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (46%) 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 11 17
Feb 1 8 21
Mar 2 5 33
Apr 3 1 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 2 35
Dec 1 10 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Rio Elementary
5 miles, SE · 1.9star
Pardeeville High
5 miles, NE · 2.8star
Pardeeville Middle
5 miles, NE · 3.7star
Pardeeville Elementary
5 miles, NE · 3.2star
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Colleges

Herzing University-Madison
23 miles, S · 1.9star
Madison Area Technical College
24 miles, S · 1.9star
University of Wisconsin-Madison
28 miles, SW · 3.7star
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Hospitals

Divine Savior Healthcare
10 miles, NW · 2.3star
Columbus Community Hospital
18 miles, SE · 4.1star
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Airports

Appleton International Airport
68 miles, NE · 1.4star
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