Douglas County, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 34th-largest in Wisconsin
The population of Douglas County, Wisconsin is 44,197 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 34th-largest county in Wisconsin. The median household income is $72,579, the median home value is $190,400, and the median age is 42.8.
The population of Douglas County has grown 0.3% since 2010 (44,137 → 44,276), a +0.02% annualized rate.
44,197
Population
+0.02%
Annual growth
34
People / sq mi
$72,579
Median Income
$190,400
Median Home Value
Douglas County covers 1,304 sq mi of land at 33.9 people per square mile.
About Douglas County, WI
Douglas County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 58.5% of the population. With 44,197 residents, Douglas County is a county in Wisconsin. It ranks #34 among counties in Wisconsin by population.
Households take in a median $72,579, comfortably below the US median of $78,538. Only 5.5% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $190,400, with typical rent around $903.
College attainment is above the local norm at 27.8%, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 7.6%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
The large foreign-born share is a defining thread in Douglas County, shaping language, household composition, and the labor force behind the economic figures above.
Douglas County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Douglas County had a population of 44,137 in 2010 and 44,276 in 2024, a 0.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 44,348 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.02%.
44,276
Population (2024)
44,137
Population (2010)
44,348
Peak (2020)
0.02%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 44,137 |
| 2011 | 43,968 |
| 2012 | 43,770 |
| 2013 | 43,792 |
| 2014 | 43,686 |
| 2015 | 43,553 |
| 2016 | 43,471 |
| 2017 | 43,451 |
| 2018 | 43,353 |
| 2019 | 43,506 |
| 2020 | 44,348 |
| 2021 | 44,026 |
| 2022 | 44,238 |
| 2023 | 44,252 |
| 2024 | 44,276 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 90.9% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
42.8
Median Age
49.5%
Female
50.5%
Male
20.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 15.5% · Seniors (65+): 20.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $72,579$-3,091 vs state |
| Mean household income | $86,804 |
| Per-capita income | $38,308 |
| Poverty rate | 5.5%-1.1% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.2% |
| Employment-to-population | 60.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Douglas County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.9%
Drive alone
3.9%
Carpool
76.4%
Public transit
7.6%
Work from home
22.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$190,400$-57,000 vs state
Median home value
$903
Median rent
72.1%
Homeownership rate
22,997
Total housing units
82.4%
Occupied
17.6%
Vacant
27.9%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.3%
With health insurance
93.7%
With broadband internet
58.5%
Foreign-born
8.4%
Veterans (18+)
15.2%
With a disability
97.4%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
94.6%
High School+
27.8%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Douglas County, Wisconsin has a population of 44,197 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 34th-largest county in Wisconsin. Population density is 34 people per square mile.
The population of Douglas County has grown 0.3% since 2010 (44,137 → 44,276), a +0.02% annualized rate.
The median household income in Douglas County, Wisconsin is $72,579, with mean (average) household income of $86,804 and per-capita income of $38,308. 5.5% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Douglas County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (90.9%), Hispanic or Latino (3.8%), Black or African American (1.3%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Douglas County, Wisconsin is 42.8 years. Residents are 49.5% female and 50.5% male.
The median home value in Douglas County is $190,400 and median monthly rent is $903. 72.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 22,997 total housing units, 17.6% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Douglas County, Wisconsin is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.
Milwaukee is among the largest cities associated with Douglas County, Wisconsin, with a population of 569,756.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.