Drummond Town, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
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
566 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,205 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$230,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$492 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$730 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
31.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bayfield County
2
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

Bayfield County
2
Wisconsin
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (42%) 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 17 10
Feb 1 12 15
Mar 2 13 26
Apr 3 5 40
May 3 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 2 12 30
Dec 1 17 15

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Drummond Junior High
2 miles, E · 1.4star
Drummond Elementary
2 miles, E · 3.2star
Drummond High
2 miles, E · 2.8star
Iron River Elementary
17 miles, N · 4.6star

Colleges

Northland College
27 miles, E · 1.9star
University of Wisconsin-Superior
46 miles, NW · 1.9star

Hospitals

Hayward Area Memorial Hospital
22 miles, SW · 4.1star
Memorial Medical Center
26 miles, E · 4.1star
St Marys Hospital Superior
46 miles, NW · 4.1star

Airports

Duluth International Airport
55 miles, NW · 1star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
101 miles, SW · 1star
Range Regional Airport
103 miles, N · 1star