Green Bay

Green Bay, Wisconsin Overview

Green Bay faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (52.9/100) and ranking #15 of 20 cities in Wisconsin. Even so, the city scores 78/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 24/100.

Income & Employment in Green Bay

The median household income in Green Bay is $66,950, 8% below the statewide median of $72,458. The local unemployment rate of 2.8% is lower than the state’s 3%. Population grew 0.1% recently.

Safety in Green Bay

Green Bay’s violent crime rate of 388.5 per 100,000 runs above the Wisconsin average of 295. The property crime rate is 1548.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Green Bay

Green Bay has a cost of living index of 92.1 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $191,500. Median monthly rent is $904. Renters spend 16.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Green Bay

The adult obesity rate in Green Bay is 43.7%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.5%. Residents report an average of 17.2 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Wisconsin ranks #25 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Green Bay

Green Bay has a high school graduation rate of 91.4%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $14,696. The city has 56 public schools serving 27,471 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Green Bay

The annual average temperature in Green Bay is 51.1°F. Summers average 70.6°F. Winters average 32.8°F. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. The average commute of 16.6 minutes is notably short.

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