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Genoa, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Houston County County
Genoa, WI
At a Glance
How Genoa Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Genoa's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Genoa a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Genoa residents earn a median household income of $65,000 , which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,003. The unemployment rate stands at 1.2% (67% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 471 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Genoa is $170,800 , 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $254,214. Median rent is $675/month, with 13.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.1 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1950.
Safety & Crime
Genoa reports 198 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,952/100K.
Education
14.4% of adults in Genoa hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Genoa has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.