Green Lake town, Wisconsin
Green Lake town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Green Lake town is a geographic entity located in Green Lake County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,194. The land area covers 47.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,194 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 56.2 yrs | ±3.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 597 | ±78 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,067 | ±103 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 597 | ±78 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 470 | ±78 |
| Median Home Value | $370,300 | ±$76,723 |
| Median Gross Rent | $957 | ±$60 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,386 | ±$23,395 |
| Per Capita Income | $60,200 | ±$10,199 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 130 | ±44 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.7% | ±4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 588 | ±91 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.8% | ±5.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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TOWN OF GREEN LAKE
GUS Population: 1,210 (2024)
ID: 177472
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN/CLERK
N4454 HORNER ROAD, RIPON WI 54971-7732
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GUS Population: 19,370 (2024)
ID: 177062
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
571 COUNTY ROAD A, GREEN LAKE WI 54941-8630
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Green Lake | PK-06 | Green Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Green Lake | 07-12 | Green Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Ripon, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brandon, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Berlin, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | Fox Lake, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Waupun, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | Waupun, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ripon College
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College | 7.8 mi away | 300 West Seward Street, Ripon, WI, 54971-0248 |
9207488115
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CAESTECKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 518 HILL ST., GREEN LAKE, WI, 54941 |
(920) 294-3572
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Advanced College of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 15.5 mi away | 25 West Main Street, Waupun, WI, 53963-0000 |
9203243427
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MARKESAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 75 N. BRIDGE ST., MARKESAN, WI, 53946 |
(920) 398-3434
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RIPON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 120 JEFFERSON ST., RIPON, WI, 54971 |
(920) 748-6160
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PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 424 W. WATER ST., PRINCETON, WI, 54968 |
(920) 295-6777
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MILL POND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 140 N. SOUTH ST., KINGSTON, WI, 53939 |
(920) 394-3281
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BRANDON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 117 E. MAIN ST., BRANDON, WI, 53919 |
(920) 346-2350
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BERLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 121 W. PARK AVE., BERLIN, WI, 54923 |
(920) 361-5420
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FOX LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 117 W. STATE ST., FOX LAKE, WI, 53933 |
(920) 928-3223
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MARKESAN, WI US, located 5.5 miles from Green Lake town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.8° | 8.9° | 17.3° | 1.38" | — |
| February | 29.6° | 10.4° | 20.0° | 1.39" | — |
| March | 41.9° | 21.4° | 31.6° | 2.00" | — |
| April | 55.6° | 32.9° | 44.2° | 3.45" | — |
| May | 68.2° | 45.0° | 56.6° | 4.29" | — |
| June | 77.6° | 55.4° | 66.5° | 4.58" | — |
| July | 81.8° | 58.7° | 70.3° | 4.29" | — |
| August | 79.9° | 56.2° | 68.1° | 4.15" | — |
| September | 72.4° | 48.4° | 60.4° | 3.27" | — |
| October | 59.4° | 36.9° | 48.2° | 2.93" | — |
| November | 43.9° | 26.0° | 34.9° | 2.23" | — |
| December | 31.6° | 15.2° | 23.4° | 1.65" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Lake city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Markesan city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Fairwater village | Village | 5.8 mi | — |
| Ripon city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| Marquette village | Village | 8.7 mi | — |
| Princeton city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5504731350. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.