Lake Geneva, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Walworth County County
Lake Geneva, WI
At a Glance
How Lake Geneva Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lake Geneva's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lake Geneva a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lake Geneva residents earn a median household income of $73,199 , which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,359. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,401 business establishments, including 337 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lake Geneva is $323,000 , 15% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $420,272. Median rent is $1,250/month, with 28.0% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Lake Geneva reports 102 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,667/100K.
Education
43.2% of adults in Lake Geneva hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% above the national average). 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lake Geneva has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.