Conveniently located, the area boasts a variety of amenities, including grocery stores, shopping, coffee shops and entertainment options all within walking distance.
Everyday cost of living expenses like goods and services, housing, groceries, transportation, health care and utilities are far below the national average.
Impressive scores in the housing category characterize this area, potentially attributed to the availability of affordable housing, strong appreciation rates and high home values.
Accessible health facilities like hospitals, doctors offices, clinics and nursing homes as well as good air quality are all factors that have led to a high score in this category.
According to recent surveys and polls, locals had excellent ratings for walkability to nearby amenities, safety, access to public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.
Low commute scores could be due to limited access to public transit in this area, as well as longer-than-average work commute times for residents.
Statistic | Washburn | Wisconsin | National |
Average one way commute | 17min | 22min | 26min |
Workers who drive to work | 74.0% | 80.7% | 76.4% |
Workers who carpool | 7.2% | 8.3% | 9.3% |
Workers who take public transit | 2.2% | 1.9% | 5.1% |
Workers who bicycle | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
Workers who walk | 4.3% | 3.3% | 2.8% |
Working from home | 9.8% | 4.2% | 4.6% |