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Gillett, WI


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Gillett, Wisconsin

Gillett, Wisconsin, in Oconto county, is 29 miles NW of Green Bay, Wisconsin (center to center) and 129 miles N of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. There are an estimated 1,256 people in the city.

The People and Families of Gillett

In Gillett, about 56% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Gillett had a median family income of $41,364.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($1,625) in Gillett. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Gillett Housing

Approximately 68% of housing in Gillett is owner-occupied. Tax haters might appreciate the relatively low real estate taxes in the city.

Commuting

In Gillett, 89% of commuters drive to work. Gillett is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike. One way to meet people in the city is to try the public transportation system.

High Points

Gillett strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Wisconsin):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyGillett Walking and Biking to Work
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 6%Gillett Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Gillett, WI

Comparing Gillett to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Wisconsin (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens88
Well-Paid Single Women85
Well-Paid Single Men84
Female Share of the Population79
Children Under 5 Years Old55
Age of the Population56
Male Share of the Population42
Racial Diversity45

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married44
Average Household Size45

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty63
Median Family Income63
People in Middle Class or Better62
College Educated Adults32

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Public Transportation Use99
Short Commute Times64
Working at Home21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals87
People Living Alone77
Affordability of Rents68
Seasonal and Vacation Housing67
Affordability of Property Taxes510
Housing Recently Built32
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