Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 12.8% ▲ 28% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 938 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 23,152 (28.8%) |
| Some College | 11,581 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 12,872 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 8,672 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 23,151 (28.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,844 ▼ 11% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $197,661 ▼ 29% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,003/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 55,789 |
| Vacant Units | 3,673 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Racine is a city in Wisconsin, located in Racine County. The city spans 8 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 127,813 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 39.34 years.
Economically, Racine is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $67,844 is near the national average. Approximately 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 4.9%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Racine is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $197,661, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,002 per month. Homeownership is high at 68.1%, typical of suburban and family-oriented communities.
The population of Racine is moderately educated. 39.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is majority White (60.05%).
Racine, WI offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Wisconsin. Spread across 8 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 53402 | 35,272 | $74,125 | $224,200 | $1,049 | 3.4% | 44.9% | 71.5% |
| 53403 | 26,696 | $58,274 | $159,100 | $1,029 | 5.7% | 35.4% | 59.1% |
| 53404 | 12,438 | $47,714 | $126,800 | $968 | 11.1% | 22.8% | 49.1% |
| 53405 | 27,843 | $68,339 | $173,600 | $946 | 3.0% | 39.0% | 77.0% |
| 53406 | 25,564 | $78,427 | $262,000 | $990 | 5.4% | 42.9% | 72.1% |