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Marinette County, Wisconsin Demographics 2026

Marinette County, Wisconsin has a population of 41,907, the 36th most populous county in Wisconsin. The median household income is $63,401 and the median home value is $154,600. The poverty rate is 9.1%.

Marinette County Quick Facts

Population 41,907
Median Household Income $63,401
Median Home Value $154,600
Poverty Rate 9.1%
Unemployment Rate 3.9%
Median Age 48.8 years
Homeownership Rate 80.4%
Affordability Ratio 2.4x
Bachelor's Degree+ 19.5%
High School Graduation 93.1%
Cities/Places 7
Population 41,907 36th of 72
Median Income $63,401 16% lower state
Poverty Rate 9.1%
Unemployment 3.9%

Economy & Housing

Employment

3.9% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3% | National: 5.2%
57.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.4%
Renter 19.6%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

12out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 36 | National average: 60

Education

Cities & Places in Marinette County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Marinette city11,060$57,46110.8%$111,600
Peshtigo city3,404$65,4338.1%$145,800
Niagara city1,386$57,50011.4%$90,200
Crivitz village1,026$53,84612.8%$151,200
Coleman village846$49,5455.7%$152,600
Wausaukee village633$44,55422.8%$92,300
Pound village339$66,0238.7%$115,400

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Population Overview

Marinette County is located in Wisconsin with a total population of 41,907. It is the 36th most populous county out of 72 in Wisconsin. The county encompasses 7 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Marinette County is 48.8 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Marinette County is $63,401. This is 16% lower than the state median of $75,670. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 19% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 18% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $154,600. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $247,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Marinette County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Marinette County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.7%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 6.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 7.8%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

19.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 Marinette County, Wisconsin?

Marinette County has a population of 41,907, making it the 36th most populous county in Wisconsin.

What is the median income in Marinette County?

The median household income in Marinette County is $63,401 with a poverty rate of 9.1%.

How many cities are in Marinette County, Wisconsin?

Marinette County contains 7 Census-designated places.