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Oconomowoc, WI


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Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

Introduction to Oconomowoc, Wisconsin

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, in Waukesha county, is 15 miles NW of Waukesha, Wisconsin and 30 miles W of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The city’s population is approximately 12,382.

Oconomowoc History

The area now known as Oconomowoc was originally known as Coo-No-Mo-Wauk, meaning a place where the waters meet. The first white settler in the area was Charles Sheldon, who came in the year 1837. He was instrumental in initiating the development of the community. The first railroad entered the community in 1854. The area houses the Olympia Resort and Spa.

Oconomowoc and nearby Attractions

  • Old World Wisconsin
  • La Follette County Park
  • Hoard Historical Museum
  • Richard Bong State Recreation Area
  • Waukesha County Historical Society and Museum
  • Harrington Beach State Park

Things To Do In Oconomowoc

The Richard Bong State Recreation Area, the Lake Kegonsa State Park and Harrington Beach State Park are some popular local recreational spots. Golfers can enjoy a round at the Olde Highlander Golf Club, the Paganica Golf Course or at the Bristlecone Pines Golf Club. Local churches include the Saint Matthews Evangelical Lutheran Church, the First Methodist Church and the First Congregational United Church of Christ. The Oconomowoc Public Library is the local library.

Oconomowoc Transportation

General Mitchell International Airport is nearby.

Oconomowoc Higher Education

Carroll College, the Milwaukee Area Technical College and Marquette University are some of the local colleges and universities.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyOconomowoc Low Rate of Poverty
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 7%Oconomowoc Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 11%Oconomowoc Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)		Top 11%Oconomowoc College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. State)		Top 12%Oconomowoc Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)		Top 15%Oconomowoc People in Middle Class or Better

Comparative Profile of Oconomowoc, WI

Comparing Oconomowoc 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 Women910
Well-Paid Single Men89
Senior Citizens86
Female Share of the Population78
Age of the Population76
Children Under 5 Years Old45
Male Share of the Population43
Racial Diversity27

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married77
Average Household Size45

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty1010
People in Middle Class or Better99
College Educated Adults89
Median Family Income89

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home66
Walking and Biking to Work65
Short Commute Times65
Public Transportation Use46

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing87
People Living Alone65
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals67
Housing Recently Built67
Affordability of Rents41
Affordability of Property Taxes32

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