When you think about the population of Kenosha City, Wisconsin, you can imagine the number of cars on the streets. There are 44,520 vehicles in Kenosha, but just as many people prefer to walk or take the trolley bus. The city is considered relatively safe, and the percentage of violent crimes is less than one percent. The city is safer than 39 per cent of other US cities.
There are many things to do in the city. There are several parks and a zoo, as well as a marina and a golf course. The Kenosha Country Club, which opened in 1923, is considered a top golf course in Wisconsin. It was rated the "No. 1 Sporty Course in Wisconsin" by Golf Digest. The Washington Park Golf Course was dedicated on February 18, 1922, and Strawberry Creek is one of the most recent private courses in the city.
The population of Kenosha is estimated to grow to 100,052 by 2022. The city is the county seat for Kenosha County, and is the fourth-largest city in Wisconsin. The city sits on the southwest shore of Lake Michigan and is only 32 miles from Milwaukee. It is 49 miles north of Chicago. The median income of residents in Kenosha is around $31,000.
The city is home to the world headquarters of Snap-on Tools. Other manufacturing firms based in Kenosha include the Full Fashioned Mills, MacWhyte Wire Rope Company, and Frost Company. The city also houses the American Motors Corporation and the Samuel Lowe publishing firm. These firms are all large businesses and contribute to the city's economy. Its history is full of notable businesses.