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West Bend, Wisconsin

Introduction to West Bend, Wosconsin

West Bend, Wisconsin, in Washington county, is 28 miles N of Waukesha, Wisconsin (center to center) and 30 miles NW of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The city is home to some 28,152 residents.

West Bend History

The city of West Bend was originally inhabited by the Potawatomi and Menominee tribes. The Milwaukee River running through the city played a pivotal role in the history of the city. The city was named West Bend because of the western bend in the river. In 1873, West Bend saw its first railroad track, paving the way for population growth as well as industrialization. In 1961, the city extended its territory by annexing the Village of Barton.

West Bend and nearby Attractions

  • Pike Lake State Park
  • EAA Air Adventure Museum
  • Harrington Beach State Park
  • Hoard Historical Museum
  • Shalom Wildlife Sanctuary

Things To Do In West Bend

The city of West Bend is home to a number of parks like Harrington Beach State Park and Pike Lake State Park. The Shalom Wildlife Sanctuary is a popular destination. The local museums like Above & Beyond Children's Museum, EAA Air Adventure Museum, and Hoard Historical Museum provide insights into the history of this area.

West Bend Transportation

General Mitchell International Airport is the closest place to get a commercial flight.

West Bend Higher Education

Concordia University - Wisconsin, Waukesha County Technical College, and Cardinal Stritch University are some of the colleges in the area.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)		Top 10%West Bend Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)		Top 13%West Bend Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)		Top 19%West Bend Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of West Bend, WI

Comparing West Bend 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 Citizens74
Well-Paid Single Men79
Well-Paid Single Women79
Children Under 5 Years Old78
Female Share of the Population66
Age of the Population64
Male Share of the Population55
Racial Diversity17

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married66
Average Household Size46

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty87
People in Middle Class or Better88
Median Family Income68
College Educated Adults58

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times75
Working at Home55
Walking and Biking to Work55
Public Transportation Use410

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built79
Affordability of Rents72
People Living Alone64
Seasonal and Vacation Housing54
Affordability of Property Taxes32
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals34

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