Green County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Green County, WI, has a population of approximately 37,093. The racial composition is predominantly White (95.6%), followed by Hispanic or Latino (3.3%), African American (0.5%), Asian (0.4%), and other races (0.2%). The population density is 56 people per square mile. The median household income is $61,329, and the poverty rate stands at 7.2%. The median age is 42.2 years, with 23.9% under 18, 56.9% between 18-64, and 19.2% aged 65 and older.

As of 2023, Green County, WI, has a median home value of approximately $225,000. The area experiences a homeownership rate of around 70%, with a vacancy rate of about 1.5%. Rental properties average $800 per month. Housing stock consists largely of single-family homes, with the majority built between 1970 and 2000. Recent trends show a modest annual increase in property values, approximately 3%. The county exhibits a relatively low property tax rate, averaging 1.75% of a home's assessed value. This data reflects a stable, moderately appreciating housing market in a predominantly rural setting.

As of the most recent elections, Green County, WI, typically participates in both state and federal elections, along with local positions such as county board supervisors, sheriff, and other municipal roles.

For Green County Board of Supervisors, there are 31 seats. In the April 2022 election, voter turnout was around 24%. Notable candidates for county roles included incumbents and some new challengers, though exact numbers varied per district.

In state elections relevant to Green County, Tony Evers (D) won the gubernatorial race in 2022 for Wisconsin. For the U.S. House, Wisconsin's 2nd District includes Green County, where incumbent Mark Pocan (D) secured re-election with 69.1% of the vote.

Further official results and candidate details can be accessed through the Green County Clerk's office or the Wisconsin Elections Commission.

As of the most recent data, Green County, WI, has an education level that aligns closely with both state and national averages. About 91% of adults aged 25 and older hold a high school diploma, compared to 88% nationally and 92% statewide for Wisconsin. For higher education, around 26% of adults in Green County possess a bachelor's degree or higher, slightly below the national average of 33% and the Wisconsin state average of 30%. These figures suggest Green County has a relatively well-educated population, although there is a slight lag in higher education attainment compared to national and state figures.

As of the latest data, Green County, WI has a labor force participation rate of approximately 67.5%. The top industries in Green County include Manufacturing, which employs around 26.8% of the workforce, followed by Health Care & Social Assistance at 14%, and Retail Trade at 11%. Comparatively, the national average employment for Manufacturing is around 8.5%, and for Health Care & Social Assistance, it's 13%. Wisconsin's state averages for these sectors are 16.2% for Manufacturing and 16.0% for Health Care & Social Assistance, indicating that Green County has a significantly higher concentration of manufacturing jobs compared to both state and national levels. The unemployment rate in Green County hovers around 3.0%, which is lower than the national rate of approximately 3.7% and close to Wisconsin’s state average of 3.1%.

As of the most recent data, the median household income in Green County, Wisconsin, is approximately $62,000. In comparison, the median household income for the state of Wisconsin is around $64,000, while the national median household income stands at approximately $68,700.

Green County's median household income is slightly below both the state and national averages, highlighting a modest income disparity in the region.

As of the latest available data, Green County, WI, is considered to have a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The overall crime rate in Green County is approximately 12.1 per 1,000 residents annually. The following table provides a breakdown of different types of crimes reported in the county:

This data reflects a mostly peaceful community with property crimes being more prevalent than violent crimes. Always check the most recent local law enforcement reports for up-to-date statistics.