Ozaukee County Public RecordsWisconsin

Ozaukee County, WI, boasts a strong educational profile with a high school graduation rate of 96% and 47% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher (U.S. Census, 2022). The county has 11 public and private high schools, many rated above the state average; for instance, Cedarburg High School scores 9/10 on GreatSchools. School safety is prioritized through active safety officers and clear policies. Adult education opportunities include MATC and Concordia University. Enrichment includes STEM, Advanced Placement, and vocational programs, fostering well-rounded learning environments.

Ozaukee County, WI, boasts an employment rate of approximately 67.5%. Key industries include manufacturing (22%), healthcare and social assistance (16%), and retail trade (11%). Major occupation types are management, business, science, and arts occupations (41%), followed by sales and office (22%). The average commute time is around 23 minutes, with over 79% of workers driving alone to work. Many residents commute to nearby Milwaukee County for employment, reflecting its role as a residential area for the Greater Milwaukee workforce.

Ozaukee County, WI, boasts a high homeownership rate of about 76%, with a median home value around $340,000 in 2023. Median monthly rent is approximately $1,100. The market has seen values increase by roughly 6% year-over-year. Housing styles range from historic homes to new single-family builds, especially in Cedarburg and Mequon neighborhoods. Property taxes average 1.5% of assessed value. Rental housing is less common, concentrated in small multifamily units. Key areas include Grafton and Port Washington, noted for walkable downtowns and access to Lake Michigan.

Ozaukee County, WI, consistently ranks among the safest counties in Wisconsin. In 2022, the violent crime rate was 43.2 per 100,000 residents, significantly below the national average of 380. Property crimes were reported at 624.5 per 100,000 people, with burglary and theft being most common. The Ozaukee County Sheriff's Office emphasizes community policing and transparent crime reporting, reflected in regularly published public safety statistics. These low crime rates contribute to high resident satisfaction and local confidence in law enforcement.

As of 2023, Ozaukee County, WI has a population of approximately 91,000. The median age is 45, with 20% under 18 and 19% aged 65 and older. The gender split is nearly even, at about 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The racial composition is predominantly White (91%), followed by Asian (2.5%), Black or African American (1.6%), and Hispanic or Latino (3.4%).

Ozaukee County, WI had 65,000 registered voters in the 2020 general election, with a turnout of 86%. Elections include local, state, and federal races; in 2022, Republicans received 57% and Democrats 42% of votes in the gubernatorial race. Polling locations number over 30, managed by municipal clerks and the County Board of Elections. Key issues include education, property taxes, and infrastructure. Both Republican and Democratic parties have active local chapters. Elections are administered with electronic poll books, and absentee voting accounted for 28% of ballots in the 2020 presidential election.