Wisconsin is known for its diverse economy, and its top municipalities showcase this wealth through their high median household incomes. This blog offers a comprehensive look at the top 10 richest Wisconsin municipalities based on data from the U.S. Census' five-year American Community Survey for 2021.
The Village of Oconomowoc Lake tops the ranking with a median household income of $239,107. Along with Oconomowoc Lake, the Village of Chenequa and Village of Lac La Belle, both also located in Waukesha County, are amongst the top three wealthiest municipalities. Waukesha County is indeed a haven for some of the wealthiest in the state.
Other notable municipalities making the list include the Village of River Hills, Village of Maple Bluff, and Village of Wrightstown. These affluent municipalities have their charm and are the epitome of prosperity in Wisconsin.
The range in median household income among these richest municipalities is quite broad. In the Village of North Prairie, the median household income is $132,043, while Oconomowoc Lake leads with a substantial $239,107 median income.
Not only are some of the wealthiest municipalities in Wisconsin, but Wisconsin also boasts of cities with high median incomes. Good quality of life, successful industries, and thriving community ties are common themes in these cities.
Mequon tops the list as the wealthiest city in Wisconsin, known for its suburban tranquility and access to city amenities. The median household income in Mequon is a staggering $135,000.
Whitefish Bay and Fox Point follow closely behind, with median household incomes of $134,000 and $121,000, respectively. Both cities offer a serene atmosphere, safe streets, and proximity to nature's beauty, making them desirable places to live.
Elm Grove in Waukesha County and Brookfield located just outside of Milwaukee are cities that provide a safe environment along with community values. With median household incomes of $115,000 and $111,000 respectively, they showcase the wealth of the region.
With cities like Mecan, Elm Grove, Shorewood Hills, Whitefish Bay, Fox Point, Bayside, Maple Bluff, Middleton, Madison, Delafield, Brookfield, and River Hills, Wisconsin boasts many prosperous cities. These spots in Wisconsin offer a high standard of living, high median household incomes, exceptional education opportunities, and picturesque views.
While Wisconsin hosts some of the richest municipalities and cities in the country, it also presents a significant degree of income disparity relative to U.S. national averages. Areas like the Village of River Hills present exceptionally high average household incomes, whereas others like the Madison metropolitan area show a stark contrast, highlighting ongoing wealth disparities.
For more information on Wisconsin's wealthy municipalities and cities, readers are encouraged to reach out to Alex Groth at agroth@gannett.com or follow her on Twitter at @grothalexandria.
