Marathon County, Wisconsin Demographics 2026
Marathon County, Wisconsin has a population of 138,067, the 10th most populous county in Wisconsin. The median household income is $76,185 and the median home value is $205,500. The poverty rate is 8.9%.
Marathon County Quick Facts
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 36 | National average: 60
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Marathon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wausau city | 39,893 | $61,877 | 14.4% | $155,900 |
| Weston village | 15,784 | $75,565 | 7.7% | $215,900 |
| Kronenwetter village | 8,420 | $107,268 | 7.7% | $240,700 |
| Rothschild village | 5,532 | $87,250 | 9.5% | $188,000 |
| Mosinee city | 4,492 | $71,314 | 10.3% | $150,000 |
| Maine village | 2,608 | $110,592 | 2.1% | $262,100 |
| Colby city | 2,118 | $52,574 | 16.0% | $147,900 |
| Abbotsford city | 2,100 | $59,943 | 17.0% | $135,600 |
| Schofield city | 2,020 | $65,478 | 9.8% | $144,200 |
| Spencer village | 1,621 | $74,245 | 2.2% | $143,000 |
| Stratford village | 1,439 | $65,880 | 12.6% | $189,700 |
| Marathon City village | 1,397 | $90,000 | 3.6% | $196,600 |
| Edgar village | 1,366 | $61,442 | 7.9% | $165,900 |
| Athens village | 1,005 | $49,904 | 17.0% | $168,100 |
| Dorchester village | 818 | $54,750 | 14.1% | $142,000 |
| Hatley village | 593 | $87,188 | 6.9% | $196,700 |
| Unity village | 373 | $58,125 | 13.4% | $105,300 |
| Elderon village | 142 | $55,417 | 6.3% | $143,800 |
| Fenwood village | 135 | $82,500 | 2.2% | $117,500 |
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Population Overview
Marathon County is located in Wisconsin with a total population of 138,067. It is the 10th most populous county out of 72 in Wisconsin. The county encompasses 19 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Marathon County is 41.2 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Marathon County is $76,185. This is about average than the state median of $75,670. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.9%. This is 16% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 12% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $205,500. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $247,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Marathon County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 73.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 67.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
Marathon County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.9% of all residents. Asian residents account for 5.5%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 6.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 7.8%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (5.5% vs 2.9%).
Education
27.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% lower than the state rate of 32.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.1%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Marathon County, Wisconsin?
Marathon County has a population of 138,067, making it the 10th most populous county in Wisconsin.
What is the median income in Marathon County?
The median household income in Marathon County is $76,185 with a poverty rate of 8.9%.
How many cities are in Marathon County, Wisconsin?
Marathon County contains 19 Census-designated places.