Chetek, WI

Chetek, Wisconsin

Chetek, Wisconsin, in Barron county, is 35 miles N of Eau Claire, Wisconsin (center to center) and 74 miles E of St. Paul, Minnesota. The city is home to some 2,180 residents.

The People and Families of Chetek

In Chetek, about 53% of adults are married. People in Chetek have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

You'll see many senior citizens in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Chetek had a median family income of $40,114. Home-based work is more common in Chetek than in most places.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($250) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Chetek. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Chetek Housing

According to the 2000 census, 66% of the housing in Chetek was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Chetek, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Chetek, 91% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

Comparative Profile of Chetek, WI

Comparing Chetek to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Wisconsin (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Male Share of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Working at Home
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Rents
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Property Taxes

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Chetek Almanac

Chetek Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Chetek Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Chetek residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Chetek High Schools (2004)

CHETEK HI
1001 KNAPP ST
715-924-3137
Serves 371 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 15.1

Chetek Colleges

(List of All Wisconsin Colleges)

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