EMPLOYMENT BY INDUSTRY

Source: WisConomy 2021

Sheboygan County Top Private Employers

Below is a detailed list of the top private employers in Sheboygan County along with the number of employees:

• Kohler Co.: 5,000+ employees
• Johnsonville Sausage LLC: 1,500+ employees
• Sargento Foods Inc.: 1,500+ employees
• Acuity Insurance: 1,200+ employees
• Bemis Manufacturing Company: 1,000+ employees
• Plymouth Foam Inc.: 800+ employees
• Nemak: 700+ employees
• Rockline Industries: 600+ employees
• Masters Gallery Foods, Inc.: 600+ employees
• Sheboygan Paper Box Company: 500+ employees

These private sector businesses are crucial to the economic wellbeing of Sheboygan County, providing significant employment opportunities and contributing to the region's prosperity and growth.

WORKFORCE BY INDUSTRY

Source: Prof. Michael E. Porter, Cluster Mapping Project, Institute for Strategy and Competitiveness, Harvard

NOVEMBER 2022

Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics

DISTANCE TO OTHER CITIES

Sheboygan County is a one-hour drive to Milwaukee and Green Bay, and less than a 3 hour trip to Chicago. Interstate 43 and State Highways 23 and 57 are the main four-lane right-of-ways connecting Sheboygan County to the world. 

DISTANCE FROM SHEBOYGAN MILES

Milwaukee, WI................................................................. 50

Green Bay, WI.................................................................. 60

Madison, WI................................................................... 110

Chicago, IL...................................................................... 120

Rockford, IL.................................................................... 150

DISTANCE FROM SHEBOYGAN MILES

Quad Cities, IA/IL......................................................... 266

Indianapolis, IN…......................................................... 329

Minneapolis, MN…...................................................... 335

Detroit, MI….................................................................. 429

St. Louis, MO................................................................. 440

ROADWAYS

Sheboygan County has over 1,380 miles of roads, including Interstate 43, which bisects the County and makes travel to Milwaukee and Chicago, and to Green Bay, effortless. Seven state highways are located in Sheboygan County, including the four-lane State Highways 23 and 57.

RAIL

Sheboygan County is served by both the Wisconsin and Southern Railroad (WSOR) and Union Pacific Railroad (UP). The WSOR has a transloading site in Plymouth. The UP serves a refrigerated warehouse in Cedar Grove.

AIRPORTS

Sheboygan County Memorial Airport (SKBM or SBM), located on 1,094 acres 3 miles northwest of Sheboygan, has several lots available to construct a hanger for commercial or corporate aircraft.  The airport opened a Customs Facility in 2021 to serve the international private jets flying into Sheboygan County for business and pleasure.  The Airport is located in a Foreign Trade Zone and has vacant land for business development opportunities tied to aviation.   SBM is a Transport/ Corporate (T/C) airport with two runways (6800 x 100 ft./concrete/grooved and 5002 x 75 ft./asphalt. Commercial passenger and air freight services are available at General Mitchell International Airport (Milwaukee) and Austin Straubel International Airport (Green Bay), an hour drive-time away.

PORTS

Two modern commercial port facilities are located within an hour: Milwaukee and Green Bay. These modern port facilities link cargo vessels with land-based transportation. Ports in Manitowoc (25 miles) and Milwaukee (55 miles) are served by ferries that travel across Lake Michigan to Ludington and Muskegon, Michigan respectively.

 Sheboygan County’s utility infrastructure is vital to the success of our current businesses. Sheboygan County’s infrastructure is cost-effective and forward-thinking, with many municipalities sharing water and sewer systems to keep service charges down. In addition, there are no utility taxes in Sheboygan County. 

ELECTRICITY

Electric Service in Sheboygan County is provided by Alliant Energy, We Energies (Wisconsin Electric Power Company), Plymouth Utility (WPPI or ATC), and Sheboygan Falls Utility. There are two electric generation plants, one coal-fired and one natural gas, in the county. High-voltage power transmission is provided by the American Transmission Company (ATC).

WATER

Sheboygan County has a plentiful and inexpensive water supply, due to Lake Michigan. Sheboygan County also enjoys lower water rates than many in the surrounding region. There are 15 municipal water systems within Sheboygan County. Twelve of the fifteen municipal water systems have deep wells to draw groundwater accounting for 40% of Sheboygan County’s water supply. The communities of Sheboygan, Sheboygan Falls, and Kohler obtain their water supply from Lake Michigan.

NATURAL GAS

Natural gas service is provided in Sheboygan County by Wisconsin Public Service and WE Energies. Natural gas pipelines even supply a 345K electric generation plant. 

WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES

Sheboygan County has 16 municipal-owned and 18 industrial wastewater treatment facilities.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Sheboygan County is home to a wide range of telecommunication providers. AT&T, Charter – Spectrum and Frontier provide digital/high-speed internet.

COST OF LIVING INDEX

The overall cost of living in Sheboygan County is low. The index is based on 100. If a city’s index is lower than 100, that means the cost of an item is less expensive than the national average cost. If the index is above 100, then the cost of that item is above the national average.

Source: www.bestplaces.net, January 2023

HOUSEHOLD INCOME DISTRIBUTION

In 2021, Sheboygan County’s median household income was $65,352.

HOUSEHOLD INCOME SHEBOYGAN COUNTY

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2021 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

HOME OWNERSHIP

Nearly 71% of Sheboygan County’s housing units are owner-occupied. The median housing value in Sheboygan County is estimated to be $172,500, which is $72,400 less than the United States' estimated median home value. 

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2017-2021 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

GREATER BUYING POWER

If you earn $100,000 in Sheboygan, you will need to earn the amounts listed on the map to enjoy the same buying power in other metropolitan cities. Sheboygan County’s buying power goes much farther than most of the following cities.

This is possible in part because Sheboygan County's cost of living is lower than the national average and housing costs are much lower than the national average. At the same time, Sheboygan County's personal income is greater than the national average.

Residents in Sheboygan County can simply, Do More.

HIGHER EDUCATION

Sheboygan County has a little bit of everything when it comes to higher education.

• Lakeshore Technical College offers over 70 one-year technical and 2-year associate degree programs. 
• University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Sheboygan campus offers five undergraduate programs and two associate degrees.
•  Lakeland College is a 4-year private college offering 14 undergraduate and three graduate programs.

HOSPITALITY

The Midwest’s only AAA Five Diamond Resort/ Hotel, The American Club, is located in Sheboygan County.

There are well over a dozen lodging sites in Sheboygan County ranging from extended stay to luxury accommodations. Sheboygan County also has two conference centers.

GOLFING

Sheboygan County is the place for golf. Golf Magazine ranked Sheboygan County one of the top seven golf destinations in the world.

Golf Digest Magazine has ranked four Sheboygan County golf courses in the top 100 golf-courses in the United States.

Sheboygan County is home of the 2012 WPGA Championship, 2015 PGA Championship, and 2020 Ryder Cup. 

SPORT ENTHUSIASTS

Elkhart Lakes’ Road America – Hosts NASCAR Nationwide Series and other race events.

Dairyland Surf Classic - Largest fresh-water surfing tournament.

US Sailing Center – One of four Olympic sailing training sites.

Salmon Fishing – Ranked top place for salmon fishing in the US by Field and Stream Magazine.

Sheboygan County is located within one hour of Wisconsin’s professional teams; the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers, and Milwaukee Bucks.

Sheboygan County Health Care Options and Overview

Sheboyan County offers extensive health care services, ensuring residents access to quality medical care. The county is home to key health care providers like Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center and Prevea Health, offering everything from primary care to specialized treatments.

Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center is a cornerstone of regional health care, providing emergency care, surgeries, and maternity services. Its modern facilities and skilled medical staff guarantee top-notch care, focusing on preventive care and community wellness.

Prevea Health offers a broad network of clinics and specialists in areas such as family medicine, pediatrics, and orthopedics. It prioritizes patient-centered care, creating personalized treatment plans for each individual.

Mental health services are crucial in the county, too. Lakeshore Community Health Care offers counseling, behavioral health services, and addiction programs, supporting the community's psychological well-being.

The county also features many independent clinics, dental offices, and rehab centers, giving residents various health care choices. Community health efforts, like vaccination clinics and health screenings, further enhance Sheboyan County's commitment to a healthy population.

In short, Sheboyan County's health care system is comprehensive and focused on quality, accessibility, and a wide range of services, providing reliable health care support to its residents.

Learn more about the vast healthcare services available in Sheboygan County.