Grafton, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Ozaukee County County
Grafton, WI
At a Glance
How Grafton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Grafton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Grafton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Grafton residents earn a median household income of $88,634 , which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,937. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,167 business establishments, including 233 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Grafton is $301,300 , 7% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $460,062. Median rent is $1,162/month, with 25.8% 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 1985.
Safety & Crime
Grafton reports 78 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 618/100K.
Education
44.4% of adults in Grafton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above the national average). 97.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Grafton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.