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Jefferson, WI


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Jefferson, Wisconsin

Jefferson, Wisconsin, in Jefferson county, is 24 miles NE of Janesville, Wisconsin (center to center) and 45 miles W of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The city contains a population of approximately 7,338.

The People and Families of Jefferson

In Jefferson, about 50% of adults are married.

Unlike most cities, Jefferson has proportionately more males than females.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Jefferson had a median family income of $47,737.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Jefferson favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $6,100. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Jefferson Housing

Jefferson has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 61% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Jefferson, 92% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung the city -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 12%Jefferson Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 14%Jefferson Racial Diversity
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Jefferson Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Jefferson, WI

Comparing Jefferson 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
Male Share of the Population98
Senior Citizens76
Well-Paid Single Men76
Well-Paid Single Women56
Age of the Population55
Racial Diversity49
Children Under 5 Years Old34
Female Share of the Population23

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married55
Average Household Size46

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty64
People in Middle Class or Better65
Median Family Income55
College Educated Adults34

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work98
Short Commute Times87
Public Transportation Use79
Working at Home43

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals67
People Living Alone65
Seasonal and Vacation Housing65
Affordability of Rents63
Housing Recently Built46
Affordability of Property Taxes44

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