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Population Review

Oak Creek, Wisconsin Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Oak Creek, Wisconsin is 36,473 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 22nd-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $93,120, the median home value is $305,100, and the median age is 38.9.

The population has grown 11.3% since 2010 (34,490 → 38,373).

36,473

Population

1282

People / sq mi

$93,120

Median Income

$305,100

Median Home Value

Oak Creek covers 28.4 sq mi of land at 1282 people per square mile.

About Oak Creek, WI

Oak Creek is a city in Wisconsin with a population of 36,473. It ranks #22 among cities in Wisconsin by population. The median age is 38.9, in line with the national median. The population is 50.5% male and 49.5% female.

The median household income in Oak Creek is $93,120, above the US median of $74,580. 2.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $305,100, with monthly rent averaging $1,397. The homeownership rate of 59.4% is lower than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Oak Creek reflects 38.4% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 11.4% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 22.9 minutes each way.

Oak Creek city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Oak Creek city had a population of 34,490 in 2010 and 38,373 in 2024, a 11.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 38,373 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.77%.

2024 · 38K20102024

38,373

Population (2024)

34,490

Population (2010)

38,373

Peak (2024)

0.77%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201034,490
201134,661
201234,867
201335,045
201435,143
201535,298
201636,018
201736,281
201836,406
201936,325
202036,674
202136,399
202237,425
202337,808
202438,373

Race & Ethnicity

White76.8%
Black or African American3.8%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)0.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$93,120

Median Household Income

$47,480

Per Capita Income

2.4%

Poverty Rate

0.5%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$305,100

Median Home Value

$1,397

Median Rent

59.4%

Owner-Occupied

Education

94.9%

High School+

38.4%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.2%

Drive Alone

78.2%

Public Transit

11.4%

Work From Home

22.9 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

18.0%

Foreign Born

83.4%

Non-English at Home

5.2%

Veterans

11.2%

With Disability

96.5%

Health Insurance

97.4%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management21.3%
Manufacturing16.1%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate9.6%
Retail Trade9.4%
Information8.5%
Construction5.3%
Education, Health Care & Social Services5.0%
Public Administration3.1%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services3.0%
Transportation & Warehousing1.6%
Agriculture & Mining0.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Oak Creek, Wisconsin has a population of 36,473 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 22nd-largest city in Wisconsin.

The median household income in Oak Creek, Wisconsin is $93,120, with 2.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Oak Creek, Wisconsin is $305,100, with median monthly rent at $1,397 and a homeownership rate of 59.4%.

The median age in Oak Creek, Wisconsin is 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% male and 49.5% female.

The population has grown 11.3% since 2010 (34,490 → 38,373).

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.