Demographics
The U.S. Census provides many quick facts on Oshkosh’s demographics.  While the facts are valuable, they don’t tell the entire story of Oshkosh and its urban area.  The Oshkosh Chamber and the Oshkosh Area Economic Development Corp. have invested in a valuable tool that provides up-to-date demographic information in a specific geographic region.  If you are looking for specific reports regarding the greater Oshkosh area, please email Rob Kleman or call him at (920)303-2265, ext. 14.


Unemployment
Unemployment rates in the Oshkosh area have historically ranked lower than the national average.  Both the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development and the U.S. Department of Labor reports statistics on the latest unemployment rates.


Housing
Housing prices in and around Oshkosh are among the lowest in the nation.  Housing has enjoyed steady growth in both number of homes built and home values throughout the years.  The Winnebago Home Builders Association keeps statistics on home sales and provides important links to other housing and building statistics.


Water and Sanitary Sewer Systems

Oshkosh Water System
Supplier - City of Oshkosh
Source - Lake Winnebago
System Capacity - 26 million gallons/day
Average Consumption - 7.9 million gallons/ day
Peak Consumption - 12.5 million gallons/day
Treatment Type - Conventional water treatment plant, ozonation, carbon filter and chlorine added

Wastewater System
Supplier - City of Oshkosh
System Capacity - 20 million gallons/day
Average Load - 12.9 million gallons/day
Peak Load - 38.29 million gallons/day
Treatment Type - Activated sludge plant with phosphorus and nitrogen removal
Solid Waste Disposal - Regional


Taxes

Wisconsin State Taxes
Corporate Income - 7.9%
Tax on Machinery and Equipment - exempt
Tax on Inventory - exempt
Retail Sales - 5%

Local Property Tax
Net Rate per $1000 of assessed Value - $22.85