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Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
Sheboygan County, Wisconsin. Sheboygan County had 118,047 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, about level with 2020, slower than Wisconsin (+1.3%). It holds 32 places (13 cities, villages and boroughs, 15 towns and townships and 4 census-designated) and 29 census tracts. GEOID 55117.
Sheboygan County is the county of the Sheboygan, WI metropolitan statistical area (the Census Bureau's July 2023 delineation).
Residents, July 2025 estimate
118,047
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 118,034 · ACS 2020-2024: 117,991
Median household income
$73,094
±$2,384 (90% margin)
Wisconsin: $77,485
Median home value
$232,700
±$4,184 (90% margin)
Wisconsin: $266,500
Median gross rent
$934
±$28 (90% margin)
Wisconsin: $1,087
How many people live in Sheboygan County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 118,034 residents in Sheboygan County. The Census Bureau estimates 118,047 for July 1, 2025, about level with 2020, slower than Wisconsin (+1.3%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 117,991 over 512 square miles of land.
| Measure | Sheboygan County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 117,991 | 5,914,872 | +2,813 |
| Households | 49,725±418 | 2,479,480 | +1,987 |
| Average household size | 2.31±0.02 | 2.33 | −0.04 |
| Housing units | 53,067±117 | 2,778,572 | +1,992 |
Sheboygan County's population since 2000
From 112,646 in 2000 to 118,047 in 2025: up 4.8%. 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 Sheboygan County?
Sheboygan County holds 32 places: 13 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 15 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 4 census-designated places. The largest is Sheboygan with 49,376 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Sheboygan | 49,929 | $62,927 |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth | 8,932 | $68,038 |
| Sheboygan Falls | 8,210 | $71,477 |
| Sheboygan (town) | 8,136 | $95,970 |
| Wilson (town), Sheboygan County | 3,484 | $104,632 |
| Howards Grove | 3,237 | $78,333 |
| Plymouth (town), Sheboygan County | 3,083 | $76,094 |
| Oostburg | 3,056 | $87,857 |
| Lima (town), Sheboygan County | 2,956 | $106,065 |
| Holland (town), Sheboygan County | 2,273 | $92,250 |
| Kohler | 2,195 | $135,833 |
| Herman (town), Sheboygan County | 2,162 | $104,615 |
| Rhine (town) | 2,139 | $98,542 |
| Cedar Grove | 2,101 | $84,344 |
| Greenbush (town) | 1,903 | $87,031 |
| Mitchell (town) | 1,900 | $97,212 |
| Sheboygan Falls (town) | 1,824 | $71,250 |
| Scott (town), Sheboygan County | 1,764 | $91,683 |
| Random Lake | 1,561 | $89,601 |
| Lyndon (town), Sheboygan County | 1,526 | $93,000 |
| Sherman (town), Sheboygan County | 1,452 | $107,202 |
| Elkhart Lake | 941 | $94,250 |
| Hingham | 899 | $98,571 |
| Mosel (town) | 748 | $69,583 |
| Cascade | 722 | $79,750 |
| Adell | 498 | $71,932 |
| GibbsvilleGEOID 5528925 | 486 | $129,583 |
| Waldo | 467 | $93,750 |
| Glenbeulah | 451 | $88,125 |
| Russell (town), Sheboygan County | 384 | $75,625 |
| BataviaGEOID 5505275 | 242 | $91,199 |
| GreenbushGEOID 5531075 | 159 | $49,199 |
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 Sheboygan County?
The median resident of Sheboygan County is 41.7 years old; 21.5% are under 18 and 19.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 80.8%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 7.8%. 5.8% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Sheboygan County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 41.7±0.4 | 40.2 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 21.5% | 21.4% | – |
| 65 years and over | 19.6%±0.1 pts | 18.5% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 7.8% | 8.0% | +1.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 80.8%±0.2 pts | 78.6% | −3.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 2.1%±0.3 pts | 5.9% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 5.8%±0.2 pts | 2.9% | no clear change |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±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 | 3.1%±0.4 pts | 3.7% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.3% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 5.8%±0.6 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 9.6%±0.7 pts | 9.0% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 6.0%±0.5 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 11.9%±0.9 pts | 12.3% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.0%±0.5 pts | 5.2% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 93.5%±0.6 pts | 93.6% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 27.5%±1.3 pts | 33.4% | +2.4 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 9.3%±0.8 pts | 11.4% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 1.5%±0.4 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 Sheboygan County earn?
Half of Sheboygan County's 49,725 households earn less than $73,094 a year (±$2,384), against $77,485 in Wisconsin. In 2015-2019 it was $74,698 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Sheboygan County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $73,094±$2,384 | $77,485 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $93,780±$2,444 | $101,466 | – |
| Per capita income | $40,078±$884 | $43,373 | +$1,299 |
| People below the poverty line | 8.5%±0.7 pts | 10.6% | +1.3 pts |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 9.9%±1.9 pts | 12.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 8.8%±0.9 pts | 11.1% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 91.2%±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 Sheboygan County?
Owners occupy 71.5% of Sheboygan County's occupied homes and renters 28.5%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $232,700 by its owner (±$4,184). The median renter pays $934 a month including utilities, and 26.1% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Sheboygan County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $232,700±$4,184 | $266,500 | +$36,158 |
| Median gross rent | $934±$28 | $1,087 | +$39 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 26.1%±3.2 pts | 35.0% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,448±$31 | $1,689 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 71.5%±1.5 pts | 67.8% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 53,067±117 | 2,778,572 | +1,992 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.4 pts | 0.5% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 4.2%±1.6 pts | 4.5% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 66.7%±1.5 pts | 66.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 2.2%±0.4 pts | 3.1% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.2%±0.3 pts | 1.4% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 28.1%±1.1 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 Sheboygan County building?
Builders took permits for 364 new housing units across Sheboygan County in 2025 (163 single-family), 3.1 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 Sheboygan County get to work?
76.5% of Sheboygan County's workers drive alone and 10.9% work from home. The average trip to work takes 18.2 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 2.7%.
| Measure | Sheboygan County | Wisconsin | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 64.8%±1.0 pts | 65.3% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 2.7%±0.6 pts | 3.2% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 76.5%±1.3 pts | 74.4% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.5%±1.0 pts | 7.3% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.3%±0.1 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Walked | 2.0%±0.3 pts | 2.6% | – |
| Worked from home | 10.9%±0.9 pts | 13.1% | +7.1 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 18.2 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 Sheboygan County's census tracts?
Sheboygan County is divided into 29 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $46,071 (Tract 5) to $111,471 (Tract 108).
All 29 census tracts of Sheboygan County, with their figures
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Sheboygan County compare with Wisconsin's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 13th of 72 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 54th of 72 |
| Residents per square mile | 12th of 72 |
| Median household income | 35th of 72 |
| Median home value | 29th of 72 |
| Median gross rent | 31st of 72 |
| Poverty rate | 53rd of 72 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 28th of 72 |
| Median age | 47th 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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