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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northwest a good place to live?
Northwest is a good place to live. Northwest is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Northwest is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Northwest has 3 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.0 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $61,677 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 32.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Northwest are home owners, with 45% of residents renting and 55% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Northwest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Northwest neighborhood guide.
Is Northwest, WI a safe neighborhood?
Northwest, WI is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Northwest?
The median home price in Northwest is $214,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $43,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.52%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,090 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $47K a year to afford the median home price in Northwest. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Northwest is $62K.
What are the best public schools in Northwest?
The best public schools that serve Northwest are:
- West High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- John Muir Middle School has a B Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 13:1.
- Maine Elementary School has a B Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 13:1.
What are the best private schools in Northwest?
The best private schools that serve Northwest are:
- Newman Catholic Middle and High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Faith Christian Academy has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
- Newman Catholic Elementary School at St. Anne Parish has a student teacher ratio of 11:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Northwest, Wausau, WI?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Northwest, Wausau, WI?
The most popular neighborhoods near Northwest, Wausau, WI are Westies, Longfellow and Southwest Jones.
Are home prices dropping in Northwest?
Yes, home prices in Northwest are down 2% in the last 12 months.