Elk Mound, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,103 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,167 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$142,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$653 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$790 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dunn County
2
Menomonie 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

Dunn County
2
Menomonie Urban Area
2
Wisconsin
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (50%) (45%) 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 14
Feb 1 8 18
Mar 2 9 30
Apr 3 2 45
May 4 0 56
Jun 5 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 47
Nov 2 5 32
Dec 1 9 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Elk Mound Middle
<1 miles, N · 3.2star
Elk Mound High
<1 miles, SE · 3.7star
Mound View Elementary
<1 miles, SE · 3.7star
Sherman Elementary
8 miles, SE · 2.8star
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Colleges

Chippewa Valley Technical College
10 miles, SE · 1.9star
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
10 miles, SE · 2.8star
University of Wisconsin-Stout
12 miles, W · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Sacred Heart Hospital
10 miles, SE · 4.1star
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Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
72 miles, S · 1star
Rochester International Airport
78 miles, SW · 1star
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