Well folks, the secret is out. Green Bay has officially been ranked as the 3rd best place to live in the United States for 2022-2023.
And this comes to us as no surprise. From the outdoor amenities, seasonal activities, and event venues - the cold weather doesn't stop a thing. Green Bay is such a richly historic and vibrant community we've come to love and cherish. In determining "best places to live" U.S. News considers quality of life, value, and overall score. You can check out the original article and definitive ranking here. That means the pressure is on to keep us from becoming Austin (sorry Austin).
Affordability -
1. Housing
Green Bay has all of the big-city amenities without the big-city headache (and heartache). When comparing housing prices to the national average, the average housing cost in Green Bay in 2020 was $181,700 vs. the national average of $315,743. We're considered an 8.5/10 on the value index when comparing housing costs to median household income. Median monthly rent in Green Bay is also lower than the national average.
2. Job Market
Green Bay's unemployment rate is lower than the national average, coming in at 6.2% vs. 8.7%. There is opportunity everywhere - we are lucky to host some of the largest paper manufacturing operations in the country and major healthcare corporations employ thousands in the area.
Amenities -
1. Lambeau Field
Lambeau Field - home of the Green Bay Packers - is a staple in our community. The stadium features Packers Hall of Fame, 1919 Kitchen & Tap, meeting space, Packers Pro Shop - and of course, hosts football games. It doubles as a concert venue, community gathering hall and more. With nearly 200,000 visitors each year, the stadium brings significant traffic and attention. Whether you're there for an hour or spending the day tailgating, you'll notice that Lambeau Field towers over most everything in our city and has a presence that can't be missed.
2. Titletown District
Situated on nearly 45 acres and located just in the shadow of Lambeau Field, the Titletown District is a top destination in Green Bay. Plan to stay the day and enjoy some of the following activities:
- Sledding at Arien's Hill (seasonal)
- Ice Skating (seasonal)
- Playground area
- Sports field
- Cafe/restaurants
- Meeting & Event Space
- Game Courts
The Bottom Line -
There is so much to love about Green Bay, and the area is just bursting with opportunity. If you're considering moving to Green Bay Wisconsin, you shouldn't work with a real estate agent that doesn't exceed your expectations. Your home buying and selling experience in Northeast Wisconsin should be overwhelmingly positive and painless. It starts with working with the best - if you're ready to experience everything Northeast Wisconsin has to offer and work with an expert, give Modern Classic Realty a call.
