Wausau, WI Rankings

Wausau, Wisconsin is a great place to live and work. According to the rankings from BestPlaces, it ranks high in several categories that make it an ideal choice for prospective residents. For example, Wausau has an overall rank of 4 out of 10 for BestPlaces, which is a composite score based on the city’s amenities, cost of living, crime rates, education levels, employment statistics and housing data. Additionally, Wausau ranks 6 out of 10 for Education with its 8th grade math scores being higher than both state and national averages. The city also received an 8 out of 10 ranking for Diversity where people from different racial and ethnic backgrounds are welcomed by the local community. Finally, Wausau ranked 5 out 10 for Weather where the average temperatures range from moderately hot in summer to moderately cold in winter. These rankings demonstrate why so many people choose Wausau as their home.

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