Genoa, WI

Wisconsin · Metropolitan Area

Genoa is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 290. Residents earn $65,000 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
290 Population 806/sq mi density
$65,000 Median Income $33,003 per capita
$170,800 Home Value $254,214 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 13.3% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,000 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,800 home value, $675/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,000
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,800
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

How Genoa Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population290
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density806/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,000
Per Capita$33,003
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$810M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,800
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,214
Housing Units126
Rent Burden13.3%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking15.3%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation674 ft (205 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute27 min
Broadband92.2%
Libraries5

Is Genoa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Genoa receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Genoa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Genoa is $65,000, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Genoa is $170,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Genoa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 34.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Genoa has a population of 290 with a density of 806 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).

Population

290
Total Population
806
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Genoa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Genoa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Genoa is $65,000, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Genoa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,000
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,003
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$74,487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)471
County GDP$810M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare50
Retail52
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,147
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Genoa is $170,800, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,214.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,800
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,214

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden13.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.6%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,147
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Genoa, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Genoa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death6,148/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities50
Genoa has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall34.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation674 ft (205 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density806/sq mi
Coordinates43.5733°N, 91.2261°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin. 92.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density806/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants29
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

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