Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 10.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 42.5% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,511 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 27,394 (26.5%) |
| Some College | 15,385 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 15,063 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 11,243 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 32,766 (31.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,677 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $247,897 ▼ 11% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,195/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 69,659 |
| Vacant Units | 4,705 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Kenosha County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 19 ZIP codes spanning 15 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 161,928 residents. With a median age of 39.16, it is a middle-aged county.
Kenosha County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $80,676 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Kenosha County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $247,897 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,195. Homeownership rates are high at 66.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Kenosha County are primarily White (71.66%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Kenosha County, WI is a middle-income area in Wisconsin. The 19 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53104 | Bristol | 5,807 | $107,951 | $292,500 | $1,279 | 5.5% | 41.9% |
| 53140 | Kenosha | 30,325 | $56,803 | $191,400 | $1,018 | 7.5% | 37.4% |
| 53142 | Kenosha | 33,572 | $86,891 | $254,300 | $1,319 | 3.4% | 47.8% |
| 53143 | Kenosha | 21,436 | $67,105 | $186,600 | $1,157 | 3.5% | 36.2% |
| 53144 | Kenosha | 26,539 | $71,111 | $248,200 | $1,136 | 5.7% | 44.0% |
| 53158 | Pleasant Prairie | 18,161 | $107,730 | $348,900 | $1,444 | 4.8% | 52.3% |
| 53168 | Salem | 9,381 | $104,712 | $289,500 | $1,268 | 2.8% | 42.5% |
| 53170 | Silver Lake | 1,979 | $78,456 | $259,100 | $963 | 4.2% | 33.7% |
| 53179 | Trevor | 6,724 | $93,333 | $265,600 | $1,127 | 6.3% | 36.4% |
| 53181 | Twin Lakes | 7,873 | $93,922 | $270,700 | $1,051 | 4.1% | 36.8% |