Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area
Genoa City is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 2,967. Residents earn $88,958 per year, which is 18% above the national average.
Based on current data, Genoa City receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Genoa City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Genoa City is $88,958, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
The median home value in Genoa City is $230,900, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,128 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Genoa City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 920 per 100,000, 53% below the national average.
23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Genoa City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
| English Only | 87.9% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 12.1% |
| 10% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,958 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,369 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,060 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,804 |
| Unemployment | 3.8% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.1% |
| 83% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 7,928 |
| County GDP | $15,983M |
| Restaurants | 645 |
| Healthcare | 846 |
| Retail | 816 |
| Manufacturing | 432 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,712 |
| 149% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.77% |
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |
| Census Median | $230,900 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $295,413 |
| Median List Price | $279,900 |
| Median List Price | $279,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $234 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.1% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 9 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,128 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Studio | $797 |
| 1 Bedroom | $872 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,097 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,405 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,572 |
| Owner-Occupied | 94.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,712 |
| 149% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.77% |
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.1% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.0% |
| Premature Death | 5,730/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 846 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 919.5/100K |
| 53% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 262.7/100K |
| Theft | 624.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 32.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Safety Grade | C+ |
| Safety Score | 2.5 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 36.6 inches |
| 4% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 880 ft (268 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,120/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5065°N, 88.3193°W |
| County FIPS | 17111 |
Winner: Republican by 5.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.0% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,120/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 846 |
| Restaurants | 645 |
| Retail Stores | 816 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Avg Commute | 31.6 min |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |