Median Income
$70,938
6% lower than US avg
Home Value
$289,400
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,365
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.6%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.5%
80% lower than US avg
How Janesville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,447
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density72/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
A
Median Income$70,938
Per Capita$37,453
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$1,471M
Commute18 min
Housing
A
Home Value$289,400
Rent$1,365
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,532
Health
Obesity31.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain13.0 in/yr
Elevation4,103 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+86.0%
School Score4.69
Community
2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute18 min
Libraries1
Is Janesville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Janesville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Janesville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Janesville is $70,938, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Janesville is $289,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,365 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Janesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Janesville has a population of 2,447 with a density of 72 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.4%), with 5.4% Hispanic.
Population
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Janesville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.1% |
| 10% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Janesville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Janesville is $70,938, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.
Income: Janesville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $70,938 |
| 6% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,453 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,146 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,956 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.5% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 784 |
| County GDP | $1,471M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 45 |
| Healthcare | 54 |
| Retail | 64 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,356 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.16% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 17.9 min |
| Work from Home | 6.2% |
The median home value in Janesville is $289,400, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,365 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,532.
Home Values
| Census Median | $289,400 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $301,532 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $193 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,365 |
| 17% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,513 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,647 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,053 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,752 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,165 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,356 |
| 4% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.16% |
In Janesville, 31.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Janesville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.6% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.7% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.0% |
| Depression | 26.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,258/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 54 |
Crime Rates: Janesville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Janesville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 13.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
71°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 13.0 inches |
| 66% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 48.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,103 ft (1,251 m) |
| Area | 33.8 sq mi (87.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.3011°N, 120.4903°W |
| County FIPS | 06035 |