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Lake Geneva, WI

Wisconsin · Walworth County

Lake Geneva is a small city in Wisconsin with a population of 8,443. Residents earn $73,199 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
8,443 Population 1,231/sq mi density
$73,199 Median Income $46,359 per capita
$323,000 Home Value $403,760 Zillow
$1,250 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
112 Violent Crime/100K 1,837 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$73,199 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$323,000 home value, $1,250/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
112 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $73,199
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $323,000
15% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 112/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.2%
28% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,443
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density1,231/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,199
Per Capita$46,359
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$6,423M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$323,000
Rent$1,250
Ownership50.5%
Zillow$403,760
Housing Units5,073
Rent Burden28.0%

Crime

F
Violent112/100K
Property1,837/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault50/100K
Burglary175/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking12.8%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation944 ft (288 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.2%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+15.3%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute20 min
Broadband91.4%
EV Stations3
Libraries11

Is Lake Geneva a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Geneva receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lake Geneva offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Geneva is $73,199, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Geneva is $323,000, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Lake Geneva is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,837 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Geneva experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 23°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 37.0 inches, including 40.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Lake Geneva has a population of 8,443 with a density of 1,231 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (88.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.2% of residents, while 12.8% speak Spanish. 2.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 13.5% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,443
Total Population
1,231
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Geneva vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.2%
11% above US avg
Spanish 12.8%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Geneva vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Geneva is $73,199, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,359 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $980, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,401 business establishments, including 337 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.1, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lake Geneva vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,199
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,359
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$89,712
Gini Index0.439 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,401
County GDP$6,423M

Business (County)

Restaurants337
Healthcare234
Retail366
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Geneva is $323,000, 15% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $403,760, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.5% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $872 for a one-bedroom to $1,097 for a two-bedroom apartment. 50.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,073 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1975. The average annual property tax is $8,487 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$323,000
15% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$403,760
Median List Price$350,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$350,000
$/Sq Ft$277
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops12.0%
Inventory50

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership50.5%
Owner-Occupied50.5%
Renter-Occupied49.5%
Housing Units5,073
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,487
142% above US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In Lake Geneva, 39.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.3% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 28.1% have high blood pressure. 12.8% are current smokers. 21.7% report binge drinking. 25.2% are physically inactive. 22.4% report depression. 15.8% experience frequent mental distress. 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,322. The dentist ratio is 1:2,066. 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,322
Dentists1:2,066
Mental Health1:670
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death7,248/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.2%
Healthcare Facilities234
Lake Geneva has a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 50.0 per 100,000, robbery at 12.5, rape at 50.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,837 per 100,000, 6% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,625, burglary at 175, vehicle theft at 38 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 12 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lake Geneva receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent112.5/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape50.0/100K
Robbery12.5/100K
Assault50.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,837.3/100K
6% below US avg
Burglary175.0/100K
Theft1,624.8/100K
Vehicle Theft37.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents24
Avg Accident Severity3.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Lake Geneva experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. The area receives 40.1 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 944 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation944 ft (288 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.0 km²)
Population Density1,231/sq mi
Coordinates42.5833°N, 88.4285°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWalworth County County
Nearest AirportKenosha Regional (ENW)
26 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.0"
3% below US avg
Snowfall 40.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0501 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score74.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability20.8 / 100
Community Resilience80.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Moderate
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

7 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 15, 2024.

Jun 28, 2004 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois M4.2 131 km
Feb 10, 2010 2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois M3.8 69 km
Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 127 km
Nov 4, 2013 1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois M3.2 100 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 107 km
Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 44 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

528 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 46 fatalities, 1,411 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 27, 1984 EF4 44 km 1
Apr 4, 1981 EF4 96 km 3
Sep 28, 1972 EF4 57 km 0
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 57 km 24
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 50 km 1
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 41 km 6
Aug 22, 1964 EF4 98 km 0
Jun 20, 2021 EF3 95 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 9 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 39 km 0
Aug 18, 2005 EF3 90 km 1
Jun 17, 1992 EF3 96 km 0
Jun 5, 1980 EF3 67 km 0
Jun 4, 1975 EF3 97 km 0
Jan 24, 1967 EF3 77 km 0
Jul 19, 1963 EF3 15 km 0
Jun 22, 2024 EF2 56 km 0
Feb 8, 2024 EF2 76 km 0
Jun 16, 2014 EF2 100 km 0
Nov 22, 2010 EF2 53 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

3 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: IBSP SOUTH F1 RX (690 ac, 2024).

Year Name Acres Distance
2024 IBSP SOUTH F1 RX 690 54 km
2024 RX-HWY Y - SOUTH 553 50 km
2009 COLD SPRINGS 552 99 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.6 in Coldest
February 24°F (-5°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 34°F (1°C) 2.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
May 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
June 67°F (20°C) 3.9 in
July 74°F (24°C) 4.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
September 62°F (17°C) 3.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 37°F (3°C) 2.6 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.1 in

Lake Geneva has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 23°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.3").

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Lake Geneva is located in Walworth County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 43.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% above the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 15.3% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.5% of the vote, a 22.2-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 234 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 38.3%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12
Traffic Accidents24
Avg Accident Severity3.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.2%
28% above US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+15.3%
School Test Score5.80
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,231/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi
CountyWalworth County County

Services

Broadband Access91.4%
Avg Download Speed119.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed9.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities234
Restaurants337
Retail Stores366

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%
Average costs for common services in Lake Geneva. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $235 ($141–$376)
Specialist Visit $329 ($188–$518)
Urgent Care Visit $188 ($94–$329)
Emergency Room Visit $2,070 ($753–$4,705)
Dental Cleaning $122 ($71–$188)
Dental Filling $235 ($141–$376)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($24–$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $71 ($47–$113)
Brake Pad Replacement $282 ($141–$471)
Tire Rotation $38 ($19–$71)
New Tires (Set of 4) $565 ($376–$941)
Battery Replacement $188 ($94–$329)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $94 ($56–$141)
Electrician (Per Hour) $85 ($47–$132)
HVAC Repair $376 ($141–$753)
HVAC System Install $6,587 ($3,764–$11,292)
Roof Repair $941 ($376–$1,882)
Roof Replacement $8,469 ($5,176–$14,115)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,412 ($471–$3,294)
Divorce (Contested) $14,115 ($4,705–$28,230)
DUI Defense $4,705 ($1,882–$9,410)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,412 ($753–$2,823)
Will Preparation $471 ($188–$941)
Trust Preparation $2,353 ($941–$4,705)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $24 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $52 ($28–$94)
Hair Coloring (Full) $141 ($71–$235)
Manicure $24 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $38 ($24–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$122)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.86 ($2.82–$5.18)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.29 ($2.35–$4.71)
Loaf of Bread $3.58 ($2.35–$5.18)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.23 ($2.82–$6.12)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.18 ($3.76–$7.06)
Rice (per lb) $0.94 ($0.56–$1.69)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $132 ($75–$235)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $66 ($28–$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $66 ($38–$113)
Internet (Monthly) $66 ($38–$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$94)
Cable TV (Monthly) $80 ($47–$141)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $188 ($71–$471)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,882 ($1,129–$3,294)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $66 ($28–$122)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.53–$24)
Car Registration (Annual) $94 ($28–$235)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$71)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,129 ($565–$2,353)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $941 ($471–$1,882)
After-School Care (Monthly) $376 ($188–$659)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($24–$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $941 ($376–$2,353)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,763 ($4,705–$28,230)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $94 ($47–$188)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $38 ($19–$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter $282 ($141–$471)
Cat Spay/Neuter $188 ($94–$376)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,022
Toddler$909
Preschool$909
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$758
Toddler$736
Preschool$736
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Walworth County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 8,946 222 $65,834 2.41
Accommodation & Food Services 6,708 326 $26,062 1.63
Retail Trade 5,137 332 $33,827 1.14
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,701 527 $52,069 0.72
Administrative & Waste Services 2,131 218 $41,599 0.80
Construction 1,928 342 $66,346 0.81
Wholesale Trade 1,772 190 $73,641 0.99
Arts & Entertainment 1,656 55 $32,432 2.18
Professional & Technical Services 1,125 260 $73,582 0.36
Other Services 1,019 224 $36,556 0.75
Transportation & Warehousing 912 116 $52,243 0.48
Finance & Insurance 739 162 $73,744 0.40
Management of Companies 489 27 $102,971 0.64
Real Estate 386 122 $54,034 0.55
Information & Technology 279 44 $58,896 0.33
Educational Services 225 32 $33,923 0.24
Utilities 52 6 $119,291 0.30

Hospitals in Lake Geneva

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
MERCY WALWORTH HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER Critical Access Hospitals 4/5 Yes (262) 245-0535

Schools in Lake Geneva

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Badger High High 1,326 82 16.2:1
Lake Geneva Middle Middle 615 43 14.3:1
Central - Denison Elementary Elementary 566 45 12.6:1
Star Center Elementary Elementary 370 31 11.9:1
Eastview Elementary Elementary 232 17 13.6:1
Woods Elementary Elementary 152 14 10.9:1
Reek Elementary Elementary 148 13 11.4:1
Traver Elementary Elementary 95 14 6.8:1
Maple Park Charter School (Charter) Elementary 41 1 41.0:1
New Visions Charter School (Charter) High 21 0
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Radio Stations near Lake Geneva

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WRXS Pure Oldies 106.9 FM - Milwaukee, WI oldies, oldies 50's/60's MP3 64 kbps
WSJY 107.3 FM - Fort Atkinson, WI adult contemporary, holiday music (nov-dec) MP3 64 kbps
WMXM 88.9FM MP3 128 kbps
Ketch Radio hits, talk MP3 128 kbps
FM106.1 country AAC

National Parks Near Lake Geneva

32 national parks and monuments found near Lake Geneva.

ParkTypeFee
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park State Park Free
Allen Valley Siata State Park Free
Aztalan State Park State Park Free
Big Foot Beach State Park State Park Free
Burlington To Kansasville State Trail State Park Free
Calumet Park State Park Free
Capital Springs Centennial State Park And Recreation Area State Park Free
Castle Rock State Park State Park Free
Chain O'Lakes State Park State Park Free
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr State Park Free
Eisenbahn State Trail State Park Free
Glacial Drumlin State Trail State Park Free
Glacial Heritage Area River-Based Cnsvn Area - Public Access State Park Free
Hank Aaron State Trail State Park Free
Harbor Park Promenade State Park Free
Harrington Beach State Park State Park Free
Holzhueter Farm State Park State Park Free
Ice Age Trail - Se State Park Free
Kettle Moraine Railroad Siata State Park Free
Lake Kegonsa State Park State Park Free
Lake Park Expansion State Park Free
Lakeshore State Park State Park Free
Lowden State Park State Park Free
Morraine Hills State Park State Park Free
Ottawa Siata State Park Free
Presidential Park State Park Free
Pullman National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Richard Bong Recreation Area State Park Free
Rock Cut State Park State Park Free
Silver Springs State Park Free
White River State Trail State Park Free
Whitewater State Park State Park Free

Museums in Lake Geneva

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
EAST TROY ELECTRIC RAILROADGENERAL MUSEUM2626423263$278,422
EAST TROY RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2002 CHURCH ST2626423263$278,422
GENEVA LAKE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION255 MILL ST2622486060$225,900
GYGAX MEMORIAL FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION$94,169
AL'S AUTOBODY & ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTERW6866 NORTH WALWORTH ROAD
ANDERSON MUSEUM OF FLIGHTGENERAL MUSEUM
BURLINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CHOCOLATE EXPERIENCE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2627636044
CONGDON GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
DELAVAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION635 E WISCONSIN ST2627407410
DORIS M REINKE RESOURCE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM2627237848
EAST TROY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2106 CHURCH ST2626422642
GENEVA LAKE ART ASSOCIATIONART MUSEUM647 W MAIN STREET SUITE 10002622497988
GENEVA LAKES AREA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2622486060
GREATER HARVARD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8159436141
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF WALWORTH & BIG FOOT PRAIRIEHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 3362622752426
HOUSE IN THE WOODARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3300 BAY ROAD2627282752
LAKE GENEVA ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM2629038035
LAKE GENEVA HERITAGE CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM
LOGIC PUZZLE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM533 MILWAUKEE AVE
ROCHESTER AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION208 W SPRING ST
SPINNING TOP & YO-YO MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2627633946
WALWORTH COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WALWORTH COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2627234248
WATSON'S WILD WEST MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2627237505
WEBSTER HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2627234248
BLACK POINT HISTORIC PRESERVEARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTERW4270 SOUTHLAND RD2622481888$-1,428

Libraries in Lake Geneva

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MCHENRY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT809 NORTH FRONT STREET0.0225,825
BURLINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY166 E. JEFFERSON ST.0.0168,218
MATHESON MEMORIAL LIBRARY101 N. WISCONSIN ST.0.0130,023
LAKE GENEVA PUBLIC LIBRARY918 W. MAIN ST.0.084,441
ARAM PUBLIC LIBRARY404 E. WALWORTH AVE.0.078,647
JOHNSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT3000 NORTH JOHNSBURG ROAD0.074,563
WATERFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY101 N. RIVER ST.0.065,239
HARVARD DIGGINS LIBRARY900 EAST MCKINLEY STREET0.052,849
BARRETT MEMORIAL LIBRARY65 W. GENEVA ST.0.051,039
FONTANA PUBLIC LIBRARY166 2ND AVE.0.048,457
EAST TROY LIONS PUBLIC LIBRARY3094 GRAYDON AVE.0.044,154
RIVER EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT813 WEST IL ROUTE 1200.029,800
NIPPERSINK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT5418 HILL ROAD0.028,433
ROCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY208 W. SPRING ST.0.021,818
GENOA CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY126 FREEMAN ST.0.016,476

Farmers Markets in Lake Geneva

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Delavan Fresh MarketWalworth Avenue06/05/2014 to 09/25/2014Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Yes
Downtown Burlington Farmers Market Washington & Pine Streets05/02/2013 to 10/31/2013Thu: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Fox Lake Farmers Market17 E School St.06/05/2018 to 09/25/2018Tue: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;Visit
Little Miss Sweet Peas Farmers Market431 E. Geneva St.
McHenry Farmers Market3400 Pearl St.
Northwind Perennial Farm Market7047 Hospital Road06/02/2013 to 09/29/2013Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;Visit
Walworth County Farmers MarketElkhorn Town Square
WestoshaMarket 30820 111th Street07/06/2016 to 09/28/2016Wed: 2:30 PM-6:30 PM;YesVisit

Hotels in Lake Geneva

10 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bella Vista Suites
Chateau Royale Inn
Comfort Suites Lake Geneva East
Eleven Gables Inn
Fairfield Inn & Suites
Geneva Bay Center
Grand Geneva Resort and Spa
Harbor Shores Hotel
Maxwell Mansion
T C Smith Historic Inn Bed & Breakfast

Restaurants in Lake Geneva

15 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boat House Bar and Grill
Clock Tower Pizza
Gino's East
Historic Baker House
Joni's Diner
Lake Aire
Lake City Social
Magpie's Den and Pen
Mama Cimino's
Noodles & Company
Olympic Restaurant
Pizza Hut
Sabai Sabai
Tuscan Tavern & Grill
Yogeeze

Cafes in Lake Geneva

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Egg Harbor Cafe
Inspired Coffee
Simple
Starbucks
Starbucks
Starbucks
The Porch

Clinics in Lake Geneva

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DaVita Dialysis

Dentists in Lake Geneva

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aspen Dental
Braden Dental Center
Geneva Family Dentistry
Youngquist Kennedy Orthodontics

Veterinaries in Lake Geneva

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Geneva Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Lake Geneva

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Kwik Trip
Kwik Trip
Mobil

Banks in Lake Geneva

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Associated Bank
US Bank

Golf Courses in Lake Geneva

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Geneva Country Club

Breweries in Lake Geneva

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
B D Village InnRestaurant Family: Chain, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Hotels & Motels, Bar & Grills, Bed & B34414 Geneva Rd2625374719Visit
Geneva Lake Brewing CoLake Geneva, WI, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Lake Geneva Brewers, (4),, (1),, (1), Lake Geneva, WI, 750 Veterans Park DrVisit
Geneva Lake Brewing Co LlcBars & Pubs, Brewery, Breweries750 Veterans PkwyVisit
Hide A WayBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants202 Williams Rd
Hitch N Post SaloonBars, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurant, food and drink, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, recreation, 120 N Browns Lake Dr2625343888Visit
Martini MozBreweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants201 E Main St2625345969Visit

Nursing Homes in Lake Geneva

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
GENEVA LAKE MANOR
211 S CURTIS ST
Non profit - Corporation 60 47 3/5 5/5 4/5 2622483145

Pharmacies in Lake Geneva

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
AURORA HEALTH CENTER 146 EAST GENEVA SQUARE 262-249-4630
MERCY WALWORTH HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL CENTER N2950 STATE ROAD 67 262-245-2319
TARGET 660 NORTH EDWARDS BOULEVARD 262-248-5611
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 910 201 SOUTH EDWARDS BOULEVARD 262-248-3391
WALGREENS - 5600 351 NORTH EDWARDS BOULEVARD 262-248-7885

EV Charging Stations in Lake Geneva

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Grand Geneva Resort - Tesla Supercharger7036 Grand Geneva WayTesla6TESLApublic
Grand Geneva Resort & Spa - Tesla Destination7036 Grand Geneva WayTesla Destination1TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Lake Geneva

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
MT TOM - CTH J (66343)GTOWER91
CTY HWY. NN & US HWY 12 (78334)LTOWER86
WILD DUCK ROAD (78335)GTOWER81
WEST6586 TERRITORIAL ROAD (78349)LTOWER81
38601 31ST STREET (18913)MTOWER78
1515 1517 COUNTY HWY D (78337)GTOWER69
38700 87TH ST. (18912)MTOWER67
11619 PRICE ROAD (686)LTOWER61
11619 PRICE ROAD (686)LTOWER61
724 McKinley Street (66351)LTOWER61
W672 PELL LAKE DRIVE (78340)MTOWER61
W2620 COUNTY ROAD J (100141)LTOWER59
5703 Hillcrest Rd (685)MTOWER59
5703 Hillcrest Rd (685)MTOWER59
1034 ANN STREET (78346)LTOWER52
21118 McGuire RoadTOWER51
5402 N RT 45TOWER51
9240 328TH AVENUE (67247)MTOWER48
11006 WILMONT RDTOWER48
7407 RT 14 (53138)MTOWER47
7407 RT 14 (53138)MTOWER47

Fire Stations in Lake Geneva

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Lake Geneva Fire Department730 Marshall STMostly volunteer262-248-6075
Town of Linn Fire DepartmentN 1457 Hillside RDVolunteer262-249-8808

Bridges in Lake Geneva

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19673322,200G
CulvertConcrete continuous19675421,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196719011,850F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201523510,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201423510,850G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19671909,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19671439,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19671439,400F
SlabConcrete2012476,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19652156,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20101296,300G
SlabConcrete1954244,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19672021,600F
SlabConcrete200432474G

Airports Near Lake Geneva

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chicago O'Hare International AirportORDLarge Airport
General Mitchell International AirportMKELarge Airport
Chicago Executive AirportPWKMedium Airport
Chicago Rockford International AirportRFDMedium Airport
Dupage AirportDPAMedium Airport
Kenosha Regional AirportENWMedium Airport
Adkins Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aero Lake Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aerogrange AirportSmall Airport
Aeroview AirportSmall Airport
Air Troy Estates Restricted AirportSmall Airport
Al's Airway AirportSmall Airport
Ames Private AirportSmall Airport
Barker StripSmall Airport
Barten AirportSmall Airport
Beloit AirportSmall Airport
Big Foot AirfieldSmall Airport
Bingham AirportSmall Airport
Binzel AirportSmall Airport
Blackhawk Farms Inc AirportSmall Airport
Blackhawk Island AirportSmall Airport
Bob Walberg FieldSmall Airport
Bountiful Acres AirportSmall Airport
Bristol AirportSmall Airport
Burlington Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Camp Lake AirportSmall Airport
Campbell AirportSmall Airport
Capitol Drive AirportSmall Airport
Casa De Aero Park AirportSmall Airport
Christie AerodromeSmall Airport
Cindy Guntly Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Clover Valley AirportSmall Airport
Colonial Acres AirportSmall Airport
Compass Rose AirportSmall Airport
Cottonwood AirportSmall Airport
Covered Bridge Fields AirportSmall Airport
Dacy AirportSmall Airport
Darrington AirportSmall Airport
DeKalb Taylor Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Der Schwarzwald AirportSmall Airport
Digger Dougs AirportSmall Airport
Doering Farms AirfieldSmall Airport
Donald Alfred Gade AirportSmall Airport
Dutch Gap AirstripSmall Airport
East Troy Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Edward Getzelman AirportSmall Airport
Emerick AirportSmall Airport
Erin Aero AirportSmall Airport
Faken AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Lake Geneva

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Walworth Police Department
Williams Bay Police Station

Grocery Stores in Lake Geneva

12 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ALDI 64056Supermarket200 N Edwards Blvd
Dollar Tree 4191Other124 E Geneva Sq
Geneva Gas MartConvenience Store1231 Grant St
Kwik Trip 1520Convenience Store850 S Wells St
Kwik Trip 219Convenience Store710 Williams St
Lake Geneva Mobil 54Convenience Store350 N Edwards Blvd
Northside MobilConvenience Store501 Interchange N
Piggly Wiggly #207Super Store100 E Geneva Sq
Target Store 2348Super Store660 N Edwards Blvd
Tienda El RanchoGrocery Store1151 Elkhorn Rd
Walgreens 5600Other351 N Edwards Blvd
Walmart 910Super Store201 S Edwards Blvd

Treatment Centers in Lake Geneva

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Assoc for Individual Development (AID) - Behav Health OutpatientMental Health847-931-2340
Lake Geneva Wellness Clinic LLCSubstance Abuse262-248-7942
Thresholds - McHenry CountyBoth773-572-5500
Walworth County Health/Human ServicesBoth262-741-3200

DOL Wage Violations in Lake Geneva

7 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $299,661 in back wages owed to 293 employees.

7
Violations
$299,661
Back Wages Owed
293
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Geiger Bozich Automotive Group SIGNIFICANT 53147 1 $263,334 $1,155 228
Tempura House Restaurant 53147 1 $15,394 $531 29
Glen Fern Construction, LLC 53147 1 $9,204 $4,602 2
Mercy Health Hospital and Medical Center Mercy Health 53147 1 $5,597 $466 12
Comfort Suites Choice Hotels 53147 1 $2,931 $225 13
The Baker House 53147 1 $2,363 $338 7
Advanced Eye Care and Contact Lens Center 53147 1 $839 $419 2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lake Geneva

21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ANCHOR COVENANT CHURCH-LAKE GENEVA WI1229 PARK ROW
CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCHN2620 HARRIS RD
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICASPO BOX 1041
CHAPEL ON THE HILL - A COMMUNITY CHURCHN2440 ARA GLEN DR
CHRISTIAN PARTNERS FOUNDATION INC1126 ROYAL BIRKDALE CT
CONFERENCE POINT CAMP INC-NTL COUN OF CHURCHES-DIV OF CHRISTIAN EDUCW2655 W SOUTH ST
COVENANT HARBOR BIBLE CAMP1724 W MAIN ST
EL BUEN PASTOR COVENANT CHURCH1229 PARK ROW
EXPEDITION 44 INC6638 DEERPATH RD
FIRST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH1101 LOGAN ST
GLORIA DEI LUTHERAN CHURCH428 WALWORTH ST
GOOD NEWS KENYA INC503 WALWORTH ST
IMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH700 N BLOOMFIELD RD
JMJ PILGRIMS CORPORATIONW1373 MAUREEN CT
LAKE GENEVA BIBLE CHAPEL INC650 W SOUTH ST
LAKE GENEVA FOUNDATIONW2655 W SOUTH ST
LAKELAND COMMUNITY CHURCHN3181 HWY 67
LIGHTHOUSE BIBLE CHURCH INCPO BOX 43
MT ZION CHRISTIAN CHURCH INC2330 STATE ROAD 120
NEW LIFE GLOBAL MINISTRY INC1750 STONE MILL CIR
ST FRANCIS DESALES CONGREGATION148 W MAIN ST

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Mines
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Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake Geneva

What is the population of Lake Geneva?

Lake Geneva has a population of 8,443 residents and is located in Wisconsin. The population density is 1,231 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Lake Geneva expensive to live in?

Lake Geneva is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.1 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $73,199, 3% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $323,000 (15% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lake Geneva safe?

Lake Geneva is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,837 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lake Geneva receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lake Geneva?

Lake Geneva has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 40.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Lake Geneva?

Lake Geneva has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $980. There are 3,401 business establishments in the area, including 337 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 10.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lake Geneva?

The median home value in Lake Geneva is $323,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $403,760. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,250. Fair market rent is $872 for a 1-bedroom and $1,097 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 50.5%. The average annual property tax is $8,487.

How are the schools in Lake Geneva?

Schools in Lake Geneva score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 43.2% of adults in Lake Geneva hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. 15.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lake Geneva?

The obesity rate in Lake Geneva is 39.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.8% of adults are smokers. 25.2% are physically inactive. 22.4% of residents report depression. 9.7% lack health insurance. 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,322.

What is transportation like in Lake Geneva?

The average commute in Lake Geneva is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lake Geneva?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lake Geneva is 88.8% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 87.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 12.8% speak Spanish. 2.9% of the population are military veterans. 13.5% of residents have a disability. 93.1% have health insurance coverage.

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