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Wisconsin Dells, WI


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Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, in Columbia county, is 42 miles NW of Madison, Wisconsin (center to center) and 102 miles NW of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. There are an estimated 2,418 people in the city.

The People and Families of Wisconsin Dells

In Wisconsin Dells, about 49% of adults are married. In Wisconsin Dells, lots of people live on their own. Though there are lots of families, the city isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Wisconsin Dells had a median family income of $46,304. A tendency for its residents to work at home is one of the things that define the lifestyle in Wisconsin Dells.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($4,005) in Wisconsin Dells. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Wisconsin Dells Housing

Approximately 63% of housing in Wisconsin Dells is owner-occupied. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. Living the single life? Just starting out? Well, you can likely find a small apartment rental in Wisconsin Dells.

Commuting

In Wisconsin Dells, 87% of commuters drive to work. The city is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike. The commute to work is less of a chore in Wisconsin Dells than other cities.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Wisconsin Dells Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Wisconsin Dells Short Commute Times
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Wisconsin Dells Well-Paid Single Women

Comparative Profile of Wisconsin Dells, WI

Comparing Wisconsin Dells 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 Women98
Well-Paid Single Men85
Age of the Population89
Female Share of the Population89
Senior Citizens87
Racial Diversity56
Male Share of the Population32
Children Under 5 Years Old11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size33
Portion of People Married32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better85
People Above Poverty74
College Educated Adults76
Median Family Income74

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home1010
Walking and Biking to Work109
Short Commute Times98
Public Transportation Use44

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
Seasonal and Vacation Housing99
People Living Alone99
Affordability of Rents68
Housing Recently Built44
Affordability of Property Taxes25

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime21
Low Property Crime11

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