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Poynette, WI


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Poynette, Wisconsin

Poynette, Wisconsin, in Columbia county, is 21 miles N of Madison, Wisconsin (center to center) and 79 miles W of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The village contains a population of approximately 2,266.

The People and Families of Poynette

In Poynette, about 55% of adults are married.

Unlike most villages, Poynette has proportionately more males than females.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Poynette had a median family income of $53,804. In Poynette, there is a large number of singles who make a good living.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Poynette favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $250. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the village.

Poynette Housing

Poynette has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 64% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the village are newer than those found in most places. Poynette, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments.

Commuting

In Poynette, 93% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the village -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Poynette Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Poynette Well-Paid Single Women
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Poynette Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Poynette People in Middle Class or Better
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 19%Poynette Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Poynette, WI

Comparing Poynette 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
Well-Paid Single Men109
Male Share of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Women98
Children Under 5 Years Old88
Racial Diversity45
Senior Citizens33
Age of the Population22
Female Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size57
Portion of People Married33

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Median Family Income97
People in Middle Class or Better97
People Above Poverty86
College Educated Adults87

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work97
Public Transportation Use66
Working at Home43
Short Commute Times32

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
Housing Recently Built910
People Living Alone76
Affordability of Rents45
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
Affordability of Property Taxes25

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime86
Low Property Crime66
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