Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 10.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 40.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,312 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 39,366 (29.4%) |
| Some College | 18,163 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 20,180 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 15,964 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 39,018 (29.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,894 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $239,747 ▼ 14% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,047/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 88,648 |
| Vacant Units | 5,865 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Racine County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 16 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 206,054 residents. With a median age of 41.27, it is a middle-aged county.
Racine County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $76,894 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.4% is near the national average.
Housing in Racine County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $239,747 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,047. Homeownership rates are high at 71.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Racine County are primarily White (70.31%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Racine County, WI is a middle-income area in Wisconsin. The 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53105 | Burlington | 29,051 | $88,798 | $295,100 | $1,029 | 2.9% | 42.8% |
| 53108 | Caledonia | 2,973 | $79,398 | $282,100 | $1,391 | 1.9% | 32.3% |
| 53126 | Franksville | 7,093 | $98,446 | $352,400 | $1,009 | 4.5% | 49.6% |
| 53139 | Kansasville | 2,397 | $96,118 | $270,100 | $1,275 | 2.9% | 39.8% |
| 53402 | Racine | 35,272 | $74,125 | $224,200 | $1,049 | 3.4% | 44.9% |
| 53403 | Racine | 26,696 | $58,274 | $159,100 | $1,029 | 5.7% | 35.4% |
| 53404 | Racine | 12,438 | $47,714 | $126,800 | $968 | 11.1% | 22.8% |
| 53405 | Racine | 27,843 | $68,339 | $173,600 | $946 | 3.0% | 39.0% |
| 53406 | Racine | 25,564 | $78,427 | $262,000 | $990 | 5.4% | 42.9% |
| 53167 | Rochester | 159 | $34,177 | $325,700 | — | 0.0% | 38.0% |
| 53177 | Sturtevant | 8,190 | $77,409 | $228,900 | $1,295 | 5.0% | 34.7% |
| 53182 | Union Grove | 9,592 | $93,175 | $305,700 | $1,067 | 2.6% | 44.2% |
| 53185 | Waterford | 18,786 | $100,896 | $357,700 | $1,191 | 3.0% | 46.9% |