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Population Review

Wausau city, WI — Population & Demographics

Wausau city, WI has a population of 39,893. The median household income is $61,877 and the median age is 38.4.

39,893

Population

$61,877

Median Income

$155,900

Median Home Value

38.4

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White80.2%
Black or African American0.5%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$61,877

Median Household Income

$35,290

Per Capita Income

9.0%

Poverty Rate

3.0%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$155,900

Median Home Value

$950

Median Rent

57.6%

Owner-Occupied

Education

92.0%

High School+

30.0%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.9%

Drive Alone

12.7%

Work From Home

15.5 min

Avg Commute

Frequently Asked Questions

Wausau city, WI has a population of 39,893 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Wausau city, WI is $61,877, with 9.0% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Wausau city, WI is $155,900, with median rent at $950.

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