Sheboygan, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Sheboygan, Wisconsin is 49,812 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $62,953, the median home value is $165,200, and the median age is 36.8.
The population has grown 0.6% since 2010 (49,349 → 49,624).
49,812
Population
3078
People / sq mi
$62,953
Median Income
$165,200
Median Home Value
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Sheboygan covers 16.2 sq mi of land at 3078 people per square mile.
About Sheboygan, WI
In Sheboygan, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $165,200. Sheboygan is a city in Wisconsin with a population of 49,812. It ranks #13 among cities in Wisconsin by population.
The typical household earns $62,953, below the US median of $78,538. About 8.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $165,200, with typical rent around $874.
College attainment is 23.4%, below the national 35.0%. Just 7.5% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Sheboygan city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Sheboygan city had a population of 49,349 in 2010 and 49,624 in 2024, a 0.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 49,974 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.05%.
49,624
Population (2024)
49,349
Population (2010)
49,974
Peak (2020)
0.05%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 49,349 |
| 2011 | 49,133 |
| 2012 | 48,801 |
| 2013 | 48,709 |
| 2014 | 48,707 |
| 2015 | 48,697 |
| 2016 | 48,541 |
| 2017 | 48,335 |
| 2018 | 48,085 |
| 2019 | 47,965 |
| 2020 | 49,974 |
| 2021 | 49,623 |
| 2022 | 49,508 |
| 2023 | 49,614 |
| 2024 | 49,624 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 72.8% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$62,953
Median Household Income
$32,836
Per Capita Income
8.4%
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$165,200
Median Home Value
$874
Median Rent
60.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.5%
High School+
23.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
77.2%
Public Transit
7.5%
Work From Home
16.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
18.2%
Foreign Born
81.8%
Non-English at Home
5.7%
Veterans
12.9%
With Disability
94.3%
Health Insurance
93.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 35.4% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 17.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.0% |
| Information | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Retail Trade | 3.6% |
| Construction | 3.6% |
| Public Administration | 1.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sheboygan, Wisconsin has a population of 49,812 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Sheboygan, Wisconsin is $62,953, with 8.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Sheboygan, Wisconsin is $165,200, with median monthly rent at $874 and a homeownership rate of 60.3%.
The median age in Sheboygan, Wisconsin is 36.8 years. The population is 51.5% male and 48.5% female.
The population has grown 0.6% since 2010 (49,349 → 49,624).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.