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Tomahawk, WI


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Tomahawk, Wisconsin

Tomahawk, Wisconsin, in Lincoln county, is 97 miles NE of Eau Claire, Wisconsin (center to center) and 167 miles E of St. Paul, Minnesota. The city is home to some 3,770 residents.

The People and Families of Tomahawk

In Tomahawk, about 53% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Tomahawk had a median family income of $42,333.

Political Inclinations

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

Tomahawk Housing

According to the 2000 census, 63% of the housing in Tomahawk 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 Tomahawk, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Tomahawk, 87% 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).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Tomahawk Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Tomahawk, WI

Comparing Tomahawk 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 Citizens88
Female Share of the Population79
Well-Paid Single Women74
Well-Paid Single Men73
Age of the Population78
Racial Diversity46
Children Under 5 Years Old44
Male Share of the Population42

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size44
Portion of People Married44

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults87
People Above Poverty74
People in Middle Class or Better63
Median Family Income63

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times99
Working at Home66
Walking and Biking to Work64
Public Transportation Use54

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
Seasonal and Vacation Housing99
People Living Alone87
Affordability of Rents67
Housing Recently Built43
Affordability of Property Taxes26

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