Waushara County, Wisconsin Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Waushara County is located in Wisconsin with a total population of 24,752. It is the 47th most populous county out of 72 in Wisconsin. The county encompasses 9 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Waushara County is 49.9 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. 10.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Waushara County is $64,968. This is 14% lower than the state median of $75,670. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $186,000. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $247,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Waushara County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 22% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Waushara County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.9%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 6.0%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

17.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 47% 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 90.1%.