Green Lake, WI

Wisconsin

Green Lake is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 1,054. Residents earn $53,841 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,054 Population 567/sq mi density
$53,841 Median Income $44,516 per capita
$211,400 Home Value $432,622 Zillow
$719 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
101 Violent Crime/100K 1,512 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$53,841 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$211,400 home value, $719/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
101 violent crimes/100K (73% below avg)
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,841
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $211,400
25% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 101/100K
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.2%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $719
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,054
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density567/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,841
Per Capita$44,516
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$904M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$211,400
Rent$719
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$432,622

Crime

F
Violent101/100K
Property1,512/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault101/100K
Burglary504/100K

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain35.6 in/yr
Elevation810 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.2%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.60

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Green Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Green Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Green Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Green Lake is $53,841, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Green Lake is $211,400, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Green Lake is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,512 per 100,000, 23% below the national average.

Education

31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Green Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Green Lake has a population of 1,054 with a density of 567 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

1,054
Total Population
567
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Green Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Green Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Green Lake is $53,841, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Green Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,841
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,516
Avg Weekly Wage$952
IRS Avg AGI$67,664

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)534
County GDP$904M

Business (County)

Restaurants50
Healthcare46
Retail68
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,577
88% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home21.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Green Lake is $211,400, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $432,622.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,400
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$432,622

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$719
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$691
1 Bedroom$742
2 Bedrooms$973
3 Bedrooms$1,167
4 Bedrooms$1,288

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,577
88% above US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
In Green Lake, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Green Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death8,058/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access65.6%
Healthcare Facilities46
Green Lake has a violent crime rate of 101 per 100,000 residents, 73% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,512 per 100,000 (23% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Green Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent100.8/100K
73% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault100.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,512.1/100K
23% below US avg
Burglary504.0/100K
Theft806.5/100K
Vehicle Theft201.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Green Lake has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.6 inches
6% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation810 ft (247 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density567/sq mi
Coordinates43.8428°N, 88.9558°W
County FIPS55047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.3%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.2%
7% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.60
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density567/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants50
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home21.7%

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