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Ozaukee County, Wisconsin Demographics 2026

Ozaukee County, Wisconsin has a population of 92,345, the 18th most populous county in Wisconsin. The median household income is $96,734 and the median home value is $368,900. The poverty rate is 4.5%.

Ozaukee County Quick Facts

Population 92,345
Median Household Income $96,734
Median Home Value $368,900
Poverty Rate 4.5%
Unemployment Rate 2.5%
Median Age 44.0 years
Homeownership Rate 72.8%
Affordability Ratio 3.8x
Bachelor's Degree+ 50.4%
High School Graduation 97.8%
Cities/Places 9
Population 92,345 18th of 72
Median Income $96,734 28% higher state
Poverty Rate 4.5%
Unemployment 2.5%

Economy & Housing

Employment

2.5% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3% | National: 5.2%
66.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.8%
Renter 27.2%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

19out 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 Ozaukee County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Mequon city25,259$147,3913.2%$485,300
Port Washington city12,569$81,5826.9%$276,000
Cedarburg city12,317$82,1103.9%$386,400
Grafton village12,274$88,6344.2%$301,300
Bayside village4,398$144,5005.2%$419,400
Saukville village4,268$79,1487.9%$286,400
Thiensville village3,277$93,2084.5%$342,800
Belgium village2,648$79,2712.3%$237,900
Fredonia village2,382$86,4428.6%$261,400

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Population Overview

Ozaukee County is located in Wisconsin with a total population of 92,345. It is the 18th most populous county out of 72 in Wisconsin. The county encompasses 9 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ozaukee County is 44.0 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Ozaukee County is $96,734. This is 28% higher than the state median of $75,670. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 23% higher. The poverty rate stands at 4.5%. This is 57% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $368,900. Housing costs are 49% higher than the state median of $247,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 72.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Ozaukee County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.6%. The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 6.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 7.8%.

Education

50.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Ozaukee County in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 54% 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 97.8%. Notably, 19.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Ozaukee County, Wisconsin?

Ozaukee County has a population of 92,345, making it the 18th most populous county in Wisconsin.

What is the median income in Ozaukee County?

The median household income in Ozaukee County is $96,734 with a poverty rate of 4.5%.

How many cities are in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin?

Ozaukee County contains 9 Census-designated places.