Cumberland, WI

Cumberland, Wisconsin

Cumberland, Wisconsin, in Barron county, is 56 miles NW of Eau Claire, Wisconsin (center to center) and 65 miles NE of St. Paul, Minnesota. The city is home to some 2,280 residents.

The People and Families of Cumberland

In Cumberland, about 51% of adults are married. People in Cumberland have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The city somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

You'll see many senior citizens in Cumberland.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Cumberland had a median family income of $41,612. Home-based work is more common in Cumberland than in most places.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($200) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Cumberland. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Cumberland Housing

According to the 2000 census, 66% of the housing in Cumberland 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 Cumberland, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the city.

Commuting

In Cumberland, 83% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in Cumberland let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Cumberland strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Wisconsin):

Category	Trophy
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 5%
Affordability of Rents (vs. State)	Top 18%

Comparative Profile of Cumberland, WI

Comparing Cumberland 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 Women
Well-Paid Single Men
Female Share of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old

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
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

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

Housing

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

Crime

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

Cumberland Almanac

Cumberland Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

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

Cumberland Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

Cumberland Public Libraries

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Cumberland Hospitals

CUMBERLAND MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
1110 7TH AVENUE
(715) 822-2741
Emergency Service: Yes

Cumberland High Schools (2004)

CUMBERLAND HI
1000 8TH AVE
715-822-5121
Serves 389 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 13.9

Cumberland Colleges

(List of All Wisconsin Colleges)

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