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Racine County, Wisconsin
Racine County, Wisconsin. Racine County had 198,919 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 0.4% since 2020, slower than Wisconsin (+1.3%). It holds 22 places (13 cities, villages and boroughs, 4 towns and townships and 5 census-designated) and 47 census tracts. GEOID 55101.
Racine County is the county of the Racine-Mount Pleasant, WI metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
198,919
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 197,727 · ACS 2020-2024: 197,532
Median household income
$78,096
±$2,301 (90% margin)
Wisconsin: $77,485
Median home value
$251,400
±$6,311 (90% margin)
Wisconsin: $266,500
Median gross rent
$1,080
±$26 (90% margin)
Wisconsin: $1,087
How many people live in Racine County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 197,727 residents in Racine County. The Census Bureau estimates 198,919 for July 1, 2025, up 0.4% since 2020, slower than Wisconsin (+1.3%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 197,532 over 333 square miles of land.
| Measure | Racine County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 197,532 | 5,914,872 | +1,930 |
| Households | 80,406±605 | 2,479,480 | +3,432 |
| Average household size | 2.39±0.02 | 2.33 | −0.08 |
| Housing units | 85,658±182 | 2,778,572 | +2,903 |
Racine County's population since 2000
From 188,831 in 2000 to 198,919 in 2025: up 5.3%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Racine County?
Racine County holds 22 places: 13 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 4 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 5 census-designated places. The largest is Racine with 77,908 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Racine | 77,816 | $57,740 |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant | 27,732 | $91,616 |
| Caledonia | 25,361 | $93,152 |
| Burlington | 11,047 | $83,419 |
| Norway (town) | 7,916 | $103,278 |
| Sturtevant | 6,919 | $92,647 |
| Waterford (town) | 6,514 | $119,224 |
| Burlington (town) | 6,465 | $106,929 |
| Waterford | 5,542 | $82,404 |
| Wind Lake | 5,355 | $102,855 |
| Tichigan | 5,277 | $126,933 |
| Union Grove | 4,806 | $107,482 |
| Dover (town), Racine County | 4,282 | $100,156 |
| Raymond | 3,926 | $109,464 |
| Rochester | 3,785 | $107,038 |
| Yorkville | 3,246 | $122,936 |
| Bohners LakeGEOID 5508625 | 2,374 | $76,359 |
| Browns LakeGEOID 5510425 | 1,879 | $129,196 |
| Wind Point | 1,651 | $142,955 |
| Eagle Lake | 1,251 | $95,625 |
| Elmwood ParkGEOID 5523725 | 510 | $61,461 |
| North BayGEOID 5557700 | 209 | $128,750 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Racine County?
The median resident of Racine County is 40.5 years old; 22.7% are under 18 and 18.1% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 68.6%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 15.1%. 4.9% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Racine County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 40.5±0.2 | 40.2 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 22.7% | 21.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 18.1%±0.1 pts | 18.5% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 15.1% | 8.0% | +2.0 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 68.6%±0.3 pts | 78.6% | −3.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 10.3%±0.4 pts | 5.9% | −0.7 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 1.1%±0.2 pts | 2.9% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 4.2%±0.5 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 4.9%±0.5 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 9.1%±0.6 pts | 9.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.4%±0.5 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 14.3%±0.7 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 5.7%±0.6 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.5%±0.6 pts | 93.6% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 28.4%±1.1 pts | 33.4% | +3.2 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.3%±0.6 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.3%±0.3 pts | 2.0% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Racine County earn?
Half of Racine County's 80,406 households earn less than $78,096 a year (±$2,301), against $77,485 in Wisconsin. In 2015-2019 it was $75,486 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Racine County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $78,096±$2,301 | $77,485 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $99,261±$2,416 | $101,466 | – |
| Per capita income | $41,162±$1,061 | $43,373 | +$2,307 |
| People below the poverty line | 10.3%±1.0 pts | 10.6% | −2.1 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 14.5%±2.7 pts | 12.8% | −4.0 pts |
| Households receiving SNAP | 12.3%±0.9 pts | 11.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.1%±0.9 pts | 90.3% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Racine County?
Owners occupy 71.0% of Racine County's occupied homes and renters 29.0%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $251,400 by its owner (±$6,311). The median renter pays $1,080 a month including utilities, and 35.8% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Racine County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $251,400±$6,311 | $266,500 | +$34,798 |
| Median gross rent | $1,080±$26 | $1,087 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.8%±3.2 pts | 35.0% | −4.9 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,691±$28 | $1,689 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 71.0%±1.3 pts | 67.8% | +3.4 pts |
| Housing units | 85,658±182 | 2,778,572 | +2,903 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 5.7%±1.5 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 69.8%±1.2 pts | 66.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 0.9%±0.2 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.1%±0.3 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 19.1%±1.0 pts | 17.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Racine County building?
Builders took permits for 667 new housing units across Racine County in 2025 (232 single-family), 3.4 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Racine County get to work?
77.4% of Racine County's workers drive alone and 9.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 23.9 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 4.4%.
| Measure | Racine County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 64.4%±0.9 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 4.4%±0.6 pts | 3.2% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 77.4%±1.2 pts | 74.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.6%±0.9 pts | 7.3% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.9%±0.3 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Walked | 1.0%±0.3 pts | 2.6% | – |
| Worked from home | 9.9%±0.9 pts | 13.1% | +6.4 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 23.9 min±0.6 | 22.2 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Racine County's census tracts?
Racine County is divided into 47 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $37,554 (Tract 10.01) to $124,099 (Tract 18.02).
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Racine County compare with Wisconsin's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 5th of 72 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 52nd of 72 |
| Residents per square mile | 4th of 72 |
| Median household income | 18th of 72 |
| Median home value | 22nd of 72 |
| Median gross rent | 10th of 72 |
| Poverty rate | 38th of 72 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 23rd of 72 |
| Median age | 54th of 72 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
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