Racine, Wisconsin

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
77,453
Population
$52,766
Median Income
$147,000
Home Value
35.0
Median Age

Demographics

Racine has a population of 77,453 with a median age of 35.0. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
59.1%
Hispanic
23.4%
Black
21.4%
Asian
0.9%
Demographic Value
Total Population77,453
Median Age35.0
White59.1%
Black or African American21.4%
Asian0.9%
Hispanic or Latino23.4%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Racine is $52,766, which is 29.8% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $27,087. The poverty rate is 19.2%.

$52,766
Median Household Income
$27,087
Per Capita Income
19.2%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Racine is 6.0%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Racine, 87.0% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 21.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6.1% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
87.0%
Bachelor's+
21.0%
Graduate+
6.1%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher87.0%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher21.0%
Graduate or Professional Degree6.1%

Housing

The median home value in Racine is $147,000, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $967. The homeownership rate is 57.9%.

$147,000
Median Home Value
$967/mo
Median Rent
57.9%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$147,000
Median Monthly Rent$967
Homeownership Rate57.9%
Vacancy Rate7.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Racine, Wisconsin?
The population of Racine, Wisconsin is 77,453 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Racine, Wisconsin?
The median household income in Racine, Wisconsin is $52,766. This is 29.8% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Racine, Wisconsin?
The median home value in Racine, Wisconsin is $147,000. The median monthly rent is $967.
What percentage of people in Racine have a college degree?
In Racine, Wisconsin, 21.0% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 87.0% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Racine, Wisconsin an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Racine, Wisconsin is 2.8x (median home value $147,000 vs. median income $52,766), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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