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Luck, WI


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Luck, Wisconsin

Luck, Wisconsin, in Polk county, is 50 miles NE of Coon Rapids, Minnesota (center to center) and 52 miles NE of St. Paul, Minnesota. The village is home to some 1,210 residents.

The People and Families of Luck

In Luck, about 54% of adults are married.

There are more females than males in Luck than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in the village.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Luck had a median family income of $40,000.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($25) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Luck. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the village.

Luck Housing

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

Commuting

In Luck, 89% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the village it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Luck Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Luck, WI

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

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens1010
Female Share of the Population910
Age of the Population78
Well-Paid Single Women63
Well-Paid Single Men62
Racial Diversity45
Male Share of the Population21
Children Under 5 Years Old11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married44
Average Household Size23

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults86
People Above Poverty74
People in Middle Class or Better52
Median Family Income52

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work109
Working at Home89
Short Commute Times64
Public Transportation Use43

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
People Living Alone87
Affordability of Rents57
Housing Recently Built44
Affordability of Property Taxes38
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