Door County, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 44th-largest in Wisconsin
The population of Door County, Wisconsin is 30,279 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 44th-largest county in Wisconsin. The median household income is $71,785, the median home value is $305,800, and the median age is 54.1.
The population of Door County has grown 10.0% since 2010 (27,749 → 30,512), a +0.68% annualized rate.
30,279
Population
+0.68%
Annual growth
63
People / sq mi
$71,785
Median Income
$305,800
Median Home Value
Door County covers 482 sq mi of land at 62.8 people per square mile.
About Door County, WI
Door County skews on age — the median resident is 54.1, older than the national median. With 30,279 residents, Door County is a county in Wisconsin. It ranks #44 among counties in Wisconsin by population.
The typical household earns $71,785 a year, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 5.6%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $305,800, with typical rent around $995.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US counties — 37.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. A solid 12.1% of workers are based at home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Door County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Door County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Door County had a population of 27,749 in 2010 and 30,512 in 2024, a 10.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 30,597 in 2022. Average annual growth rate: 0.70%.
30,512
Population (2024)
27,749
Population (2010)
30,597
Peak (2022)
0.70%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 27,749 |
| 2011 | 27,766 |
| 2012 | 27,538 |
| 2013 | 27,614 |
| 2014 | 27,478 |
| 2015 | 27,320 |
| 2016 | 27,354 |
| 2017 | 27,473 |
| 2018 | 27,638 |
| 2019 | 27,752 |
| 2020 | 30,119 |
| 2021 | 30,430 |
| 2022 | 30,597 |
| 2023 | 30,566 |
| 2024 | 30,512 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.3% |
| Black or African American | 0.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
54.1
Median Age
50.6%
Female
49.4%
Male
31.6%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 12.8% · Seniors (65+): 31.6%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $71,785$-3,885 vs state |
| Mean household income | $99,914 |
| Per-capita income | $48,630 |
| Poverty rate | 5.6%-1.0% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 55.9% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Door County is professional & business services, accounting for 16.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
3.8%
Carpool
75.4%
Public transit
12.1%
Work from home
18.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$305,800+$58,400 vs state
Median home value
$995
Median rent
79.3%
Homeownership rate
23,996
Total housing units
59.9%
Occupied
40.1%
Vacant
20.7%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
96.2%
With health insurance
94.8%
With broadband internet
29.1%
Foreign-born
7.6%
Veterans (18+)
12.0%
With a disability
95.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
96.6%
High School+
37.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Door County, Wisconsin has a population of 30,279 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 44th-largest county in Wisconsin. Population density is 63 people per square mile.
The population of Door County has grown 10.0% since 2010 (27,749 → 30,512), a +0.68% annualized rate.
The median household income in Door County, Wisconsin is $71,785, with mean (average) household income of $99,914 and per-capita income of $48,630. 5.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Door County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.3%), Hispanic or Latino (1.4%), Black or African American (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Door County, Wisconsin is 54.1 years. Residents are 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
The median home value in Door County is $305,800 and median monthly rent is $995. 79.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 23,996 total housing units, 40.1% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Door County, Wisconsin is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 16.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.
Milwaukee is among the largest cities associated with Door County, Wisconsin, with a population of 569,756.
Door County, WI Climate
Door County, WI has an average annual temperature of 6.9°C (44°F) and receives about 749 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
6.9°C
Avg Temp
749
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -7° / 20° | 38 mm |
| February | -5° / 23° | 26 mm |
| March | -1° / 30° | 42 mm |
| April | 5° / 41° | 61 mm |
| May | 11° / 52° | 75 mm |
| June | 16° / 61° | 83 mm |
| July | 20° / 67° | 74 mm |
| August | 19° / 67° | 85 mm |
| September | 15° / 59° | 90 mm |
| October | 9° / 49° | 68 mm |
| November | 3° / 37° | 62 mm |
| December | -3° / 26° | 45 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Door County, WI
The most comfortable months to visit Door County, WI are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 25°C high). The coldest is January (near -11°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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