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Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Introduction to Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, in Walworth county, is 30 miles E of Janesville, Wisconsin and 40 miles SW of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The city’s population is approximately 7,148.

Lake Geneva History

The city was named after Geneva, New York, as early settler John Brink found a similarity between the areas. The community was named Lake Geneva in order to avoid confusion with Geneva, Illinois, which is located nearby. The area gradually became a popular summer retreat because of the railroad access from Chicago. The area is also nicknamed ‘The Hamptons of the Midwest.’ The community functions under a mayor-council form of government.

Lake Geneva and nearby Attractions

  • Chester Gould Dick Tracy Museum
  • Moraine Hills State Park
  • Logic Puzzle Museum
  • Volo Bog State Natural Area
  • Volo Auto Museum
  • Big Foot Beach State Park

Things To Do In Lake Geneva

While in Lake Geneva, one can visit parks like the Richard Bong State Recreation Area, Big Foot Beach State Park, Moraine Hills State Park and Seminary Park, which offer various recreational opportunites. Golfers can enjoy a round at the Hillmoor Golf Club, the Geneva National Golf Club, the Abbey Springs Golf Course and the George Williams Golf Course. Local churches include Saint Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church, the First Methodist Church and the Church of the Holy Communion. Festivals hosted by the city include Winterfest, Oktoberfest and Art in the Park, which is held ever August.

Lake Geneva Transportation

General Mitchell International is the nearest major airport.

Lake Geneva Higher Education

Elgin Community College, the College of Lake County and Carroll College are the local colleges.

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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