Milwaukee County, Wisconsin Demographics 2026
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin has a population of 927,656, the 1st most populous county in Wisconsin. The median household income is $62,118 and the median home value is $216,500. The poverty rate is 17.5%.
Milwaukee 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 diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 36 | National average: 60
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Milwaukee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Allis city | 59,588 | $69,685 | 10.5% | $191,700 |
| Wauwatosa city | 47,718 | $93,859 | 5.9% | $307,600 |
| Greenfield city | 37,361 | $69,016 | 8.1% | $247,800 |
| Oak Creek city | 36,473 | $93,120 | 4.4% | $305,100 |
| Franklin city | 35,751 | $108,342 | 6.9% | $343,400 |
| Cudahy city | 17,964 | $66,717 | 11.9% | $201,000 |
| Whitefish Bay village | 14,750 | $154,255 | 3.8% | $498,700 |
| Greendale village | 14,656 | $95,015 | 7.9% | $289,600 |
| Shorewood village | 13,682 | $89,135 | 13.4% | $423,600 |
| Glendale city | 13,134 | $77,096 | 11.2% | $260,300 |
| Brown Deer village | 12,615 | $91,567 | 8.4% | $221,100 |
| St. Francis city | 9,318 | $58,490 | 15.0% | $207,200 |
| Hales Corners village | 7,627 | $88,068 | 3.8% | $291,100 |
| Fox Point village | 6,746 | $140,818 | 2.6% | $414,900 |
| West Milwaukee village | 4,064 | $48,976 | 16.0% | $203,500 |
| River Hills village | 1,639 | $198,750 | 3.7% | $670,200 |
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Population Overview
Milwaukee County is located in Wisconsin with a total population of 927,656. It is the 1st most populous county out of 72 in Wisconsin. The county encompasses 16 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Milwaukee County is 35.4 years. This is 12% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Milwaukee County is $62,118. This is 18% lower than the state median of $75,670. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 17.5%. This is 65% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 42% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $216,500. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $247,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 49.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% lower than the state average of 67.9%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Milwaukee County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 48.6% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 25.6%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (25.6% vs 6.0%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (16.6% vs 7.8%). The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (4.7% vs 2.9%).
Education
33.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% higher 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 89.6%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Milwaukee County, Wisconsin?
Milwaukee County has a population of 927,656, making it the 1st most populous county in Wisconsin.
What is the median income in Milwaukee County?
The median household income in Milwaukee County is $62,118 with a poverty rate of 17.5%.
How many cities are in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin?
Milwaukee County contains 16 Census-designated places.