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Wausau, WI
Wausau · Marathon County · WI 54401
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$174K
Median Price
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Walk Score
5.8/10
Schools
60 min
to Appleton
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
C-Schools
58/100
B+Quietness
80/100
D+Commute
55/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score57/100
Our Take
Wausau offers solid schooling and a low cost of living, but the lack of walkability and public transit makes it a car‑centric place. It’s quiet and family‑friendly, yet residents will need a car for most errands and nightlife options are limited.
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The Good
- ✓High‑rated charter and elementary schools
- ✓Median home price is well below national average
- ✓Flood risk is low
- ✓Community feels tight‑knit
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 0 means almost everything requires a car
- !Public transit options are virtually non‑existent
- !Nightlife and dining are limited to a handful of spots
- !Median income just meets the cost of living, leaving little disposable income
- $Higher auto insurance and fuel costs due to car dependence
- $Utilities can be high in the winter months
- $Property taxes are moderate and can add to the cost of owning a home
Best For
familiesretireesremote workerscollege students
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Wausau, WI
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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