Green Bay, Wisconsin

Thriving residential communities and booming business growth earned Green Bay the Inc. Magazine designation as the No. 1 medium-sized city to start a business. Green Bay also offers an unparalled quality of life with superior education, low taxes and unemployment rates, and community pride.

• Population (year 2000): 102,313. Estimated population in July 2005: 101,203 (-1.1% change) - Males: 50,433 (49.3%), Females: 51,880 (50.7%)
• Median resident age: 33.2 years - Median household income: $38,820 (year 2000) and
  Median house value: $96,400 (year 2000)
• For population 25 years and over in Green Bay
  • High school or higher: 82.6%
  • Bachelor's degree or higher: 19.3%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 5.0%
  • Unemployed: 5.0%
  • Mean travel time to work: 17.0 minutes
• For population 15 years and over in Green Bay city
  • Never married: 31.3%
  • Now married: 49.3%
  • Separated: 1.4%
  • Widowed: 6.3%
  • Divorced: 11.6%
• Population change in the 1990s: +5,275 (+5.4%).

Climate

While you may think of  Green Bay as the Frozen Tundra, its residents love the area for the beauty of the changing seasons.

Winter temperatures average 28 degrees, and the snowfall offers great wintertime family fun from skiing, sledding, ice skating and hockey. The fresh air and new flowers of spring bring out residents to walk the trails, visit the dog parks, and relax in local parks. The lush, green summers welcome boaters, beach-goers, and recreational-lovers. Fall brings the beautiful autumn colors that drape every corner of the city.

Green Bay Attractions

Known for its residents' love for the Green Bay Packers, the city of Green Bay offers an abundance of entertainment and recreational activities. From a renowned performing arts center and a lively local arts scene, to music and sporting events, there's always something to do in or around the Green Bay area. Click on a link below for more information.

Nearby Fun  

Green Bay and its surrounding communities are perfectly situated admist a variety of day- or weekend-excursions. Whether you enjoy the beauty and recreation of the north woods, the quaint and eclectic shops of unique towns and villages, or the hustle and bustle of large cities like Chicago , Milwaukee , and Minneapolis , Green Bay is at the center. Click on a description below for a link to some nearby hot spots.

De Pere: A thriving historic community, the riverfront city of De Pere boasts great food, unique shops, beautiful residential communities, and a welcoming community. Distance: North Green Bay .
Door County: An eclectic, artistic area consisting of numerous quaint towns, Door County is a favorite vacation haven. From art and music to great food and scenic water views, Door County offers more entertainment than you can fit in a week-long vacation.

Appleton: Located north of Green Bay , Appleton offers performance arts, great shopping, family fun, and a lively downtown business community.

Algoma/Manitowoc/Two Rivers: Located southeast of Green Bay , the Manitowoc , Algoma, Two Rivers area is known for its lakefront recreation and quiet community. Distance: 33 miles

Six Flags Great America: Situated between the southern-Wisconsin border and Chicago , Illinois , Six Flags Great America is a popular amusement park for visitors far and wide. Distance:149 miles

Presque Ilse Park, Marquette Michigan: Located in Michigan 's beautiful Upper Peninsula , Presque Isle boasts scenic walkways, and the beauty of Lake Michigan . Distance: 143 miles

Madison: If it's a hopping city scene you seek, you can't go wrong in this university town often referred to as "Madtown." Great music, legendary restaurants, college sports, and endless nightlife make Madison a great day- or weekend-trip from Green Bay . Distance: 122 miles

Navy Pier, Magnificent Mile, Chicago: Shopping. Shopping. Shopping. From unique vendors to retailers large and small, Chicago offers great shopping, nightlife, dining and artistic venues. Distance: 187 miles

Mall of America: ( Bloomington , MN ) Known as the world's largest mall, Mall of America even sports an indoor roller coaster, a variety of stores, restaurants, and walking for miles and miles. Distance: 263 miles

Summerfest/Milwaukee Art Museum: The recent site of Harley's 150th anniversary, Milwaukee , Wisconsin offers great entertainment, art, music, and dining choices. Distance: 101 miles

Area Communities

					Located Southeast of Green Bay, the Village of Allouez is a historic community known for beautiful homes, scenic parks, and recent development ventures. Visit our business directory for information about real estate agents and available properties in the Allouez area.
Ashwaubenon: Situated north west of Green Bay, Ashwaubenon is a lively residential and business community. Home of the Bay Park Square Mall and a thriving dining scene, Ashwaubenon is also known for its 276 acres of park and recreational land.
			Bellevue: The Town of Bellevue, of the most rapidly growing area communities, is located southeast of Green Bay just outside Allouez. Beautiful parks, walking trails, and many large businesses, and shopping and dining options make Bellevue a popular place to grow.
De Pere: Incorporated in 1883, the city of De Pere is an historic residential and business community nestled beside the Fox River. Home to many businesses, restaurants, and unique shopping destinations, De Pere is also home to St. Norbert College, a private accredited liberal arts university.
	Downtown Green Bay: The heart and soul of Green Bay, the downtown area features the jewel of the city, the historic Meyer Theatre, an admired performing arts facility, as well as countless restaurants, unique shopping, and a thriving financial and political community. Surrounding residential areas feature homes found on the National Registry of Historic Places full of character and unique design.

Howard-Suamico: Found northwest of Green Bay, the Howard-Suamico area has grown into a prosperous and popular residential and business community. The site of many residential and business development projects, Howard-Suamico also boasts some of the largest employers in the area.