Grafton

Grafton has rural roots as a former mill town and borders Lake Michigan to the East.

Welcome to Grafton

Located 20 miles to the North of Milwaukee, Grafton has rural roots as a former mill town and borders Lake Michigan to the East. This laid back village offers a great mix of outdoor activities and department stores for shopping.

Neighborhood Points of Interest

  • Lime Kiln Park Once a limestone quarry, the park is centered around three iconic kilns. The park includes two historic sites, a sledding hill, and archery range, fishing opportunities along the Milwaukee River, horseshoe pits and a boat launch pad.
  • Lion’s Den Gorge Nature Preserve One of the last undeveloped brush lands along Lake Michigan, Lion’s Den Gorge is a half mile of 90-100ft bluffs that look out onto the lake.
  • Paramount Plaza Paramount Plaza is an urban park with a Walk of Fame sidewalk that resembles a piano keyboard, highlighting the importance of the music history of Grafton.

Eat & Drink Favorites

  • Bamboo Bistro A warm spot that serves authentic Vietnamese cuisine and beverages.
  • Even Odds Pizza A unique pizza joint with a large selection of options ranging from Detroit style pizza to Rustic Thin Crust.
  • Martini Pete's A craft cocktail bar that utilizes fresh ingredients and house infused liquors.

 

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Overview for Grafton, WI

12,081 people live in Grafton, where the median age is 42.3 and the average individual income is $42,583. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

12,081

Total Population

42.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$42,583

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Grafton, WI

Grafton has 5,544 households, with an average household size of 2.18. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Grafton do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 12,081 people call Grafton home. The population density is 2,374.43 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

12,081

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.3

Median Age

48.54 / 51.46%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
5,544

Total Households

2.18

Average Household Size

$42,583

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Grafton, WI

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The following schools are within or nearby Grafton. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
St Paul Lutheran School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
St Joseph's Parish School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Our Savior Lutheran School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Kennedy Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
5/5
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
4/5
St Joseph Pansh School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
5/5
Woodview Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 5th
4/5
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