Janesville

Janesville, Wisconsin Overview

Janesville scores 55.9/100 overall (B), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Wisconsin — below the state composite of 65.2. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 82/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 24/100.

Income & Employment in Janesville

The median household income in Janesville is $71,885, 1% below the statewide median of $72,458. The local unemployment rate of 3% is matching the state’s 3%. Population grew 0.5% recently.

Safety in Janesville

At 189.3 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Janesville sits meaningfully below the Wisconsin average of 295 — a 56% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1812.7 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Janesville

Janesville has a cost of living index of 91.4 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $209,700. Median monthly rent is $1,037. Renters spend 17.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Janesville

The adult obesity rate in Janesville is 41.6%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.8%. Residents report an average of 16.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Wisconsin ranks #25 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Janesville

Janesville has a high school graduation rate of 90.9%. The student-teacher ratio of 12.8:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $13,951. The city has 22 public schools serving 9,533 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Janesville

The annual average temperature in Janesville is 51.4°F. Summers average 71.4°F. Winters average 32.5°F. Annual precipitation is 37.8 inches.

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