Living in Brown County, Wisconsin

Brown County is a county in Wisconsin with a population of around 258,718, part of the Green Bay, WI MSA metro area. The main communities are Green Bay, De Pere, Lawrence.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $986/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $303K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 30°F) and warm summers (highs around 75°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Brown County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 37 and a moderately educated workforce (30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.