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Lake Geneva, WI


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Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, in Walworth county, is 30 miles E of Janesville, Wisconsin (center to center) and 40 miles SW of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The city contains a population of approximately 7,148.

The People and Families of Lake Geneva

In Lake Geneva, about 50% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Lake Geneva, which is home to many people who live alone.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Lake Geneva had a median family income of $54,543. Interestingly, lots of people in Lake Geneva have Bachelor's degrees (or better).

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Lake Geneva favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $14,925. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Lake Geneva Housing

Lake Geneva has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 55% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. The city sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. Lake Geneva, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Wisconsin, which may reflect a commitment to education in the city.

Commuting

In Lake Geneva, 90% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyLake Geneva Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 14%Lake Geneva Well-Paid Single Women
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 17%Lake Geneva College Educated Adults
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 19%Lake Geneva Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Lake Geneva, WI

Comparing Lake Geneva 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
Well-Paid Single Men89
Well-Paid Single Women89
Male Share of the Population76
Racial Diversity610
Senior Citizens65
Age of the Population55
Female Share of the Population45
Children Under 5 Years Old34

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size34
Portion of People Married32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults79
Median Family Income78
People Above Poverty65
People in Middle Class or Better66

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work87
Working at Home77
Short Commute Times54
Public Transportation Use25

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals910
People Living Alone98
Housing Recently Built68
Affordability of Rents52
Affordability of Property Taxes32

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime63
Low Property Crime53

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Historic Lake Geneva

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Residence of Frank Chamberlain c1898.

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Residence of Frank Chamberlain c1898.

Lake Geneva (residence of Mr. L.Z. Leiter or Lieter) between 1880 and 1899

Residence of Mrs. George Sturgis between 1880 and 1899

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