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Sturgeon Bay, WI
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Sturgeon Bay, WI
At a Glance
How Sturgeon Bay Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sturgeon Bay's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sturgeon Bay a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sturgeon Bay residents earn a median household income of $56,882 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,312. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 575 business establishments, including 50 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sturgeon Bay is $217,600 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $367,890. Median rent is $1,011/month, with 26.9% 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 1974.
Safety & Crime
Sturgeon Bay reports 45 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 88% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,041/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
27.9% of adults in Sturgeon Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below the national average). 96.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sturgeon Bay has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.