Port Washington, WI
Full City Profile · Wisconsin · Ozaukee County County
Port Washington, WI
At a Glance
How Port Washington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Port Washington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Port Washington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Port Washington residents earn a median household income of $81,582 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,950. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.6% 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 Port Washington is $276,000 , 2% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $392,624. Median rent is $1,021/month, with 24.4% 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 1972.
Safety & Crime
Port Washington reports 39 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 90% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 605/100K.
Education
38.8% of adults in Port Washington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above the national average). 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 7.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Port Washington has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.