Florence County, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 71st-largest in Wisconsin
The population of Florence County, Wisconsin is 4,617 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 71st-largest county in Wisconsin. The median household income is $62,786, the median home value is $170,000, and the median age is 54.8.
The population of Florence County has grown 6.3% since 2010 (4,398 → 4,673), a +0.43% annualized rate.
4,617
Population
+0.43%
Annual growth
9
People / sq mi
$62,786
Median Income
$170,000
Median Home Value
Florence County covers 488 sq mi of land at 9.5 people per square mile.
About Florence County, WI
Florence County is a county in Wisconsin with a population of 4,617. It ranks #71 among counties in Wisconsin by population. The median age is 54.8, older than the national median. The population is 51.0% male and 49.0% female.
The median household income in Florence County is $62,786, below the US median of $74,580. 5.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $170,000, with monthly rent averaging $871. The homeownership rate of 90.0% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.
Educational attainment in Florence County reflects 23.1% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 9.9% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 20.8 minutes each way.
Florence County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Florence County had a population of 4,398 in 2010 and 4,673 in 2024, a 6.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 4,708 in 2022. Average annual growth rate: 0.45%.
4,673
Population (2024)
4,398
Population (2010)
4,708
Peak (2022)
0.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 4,398 |
| 2011 | 4,383 |
| 2012 | 4,369 |
| 2013 | 4,387 |
| 2014 | 4,347 |
| 2015 | 4,343 |
| 2016 | 4,322 |
| 2017 | 4,345 |
| 2018 | 4,295 |
| 2019 | 4,300 |
| 2020 | 4,563 |
| 2021 | 4,590 |
| 2022 | 4,708 |
| 2023 | 4,695 |
| 2024 | 4,673 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 95.7% |
| Black or African American | 0.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
54.8
Median Age
49.0%
Female
51.0%
Male
28.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 12.6% · Seniors (65+): 28.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $62,786$-12,884 vs state |
| Mean household income | $78,755 |
| Per-capita income | $37,845 |
| Poverty rate | 5.2%-1.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.9% |
| Employment-to-population | 49.7% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Florence County is professional & business services, accounting for 20.1% of workers.
How residents commute
0.2%
Drive alone
1.5%
Carpool
84.2%
Public transit
9.9%
Work from home
20.8 min
Avg commute
Housing
$170,000$-77,400 vs state
Median home value
$871
Median rent
90.0%
Homeownership rate
4,659
Total housing units
45.3%
Occupied
54.7%
Vacant
10.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
93.3%
With health insurance
93.3%
With broadband internet
60.1%
Foreign-born
10.3%
Veterans (18+)
17.1%
With a disability
98.7%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
91.5%
High School+
23.1%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Florence County, Wisconsin has a population of 4,617 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 71st-largest county in Wisconsin. Population density is 9 people per square mile.
The population of Florence County has grown 6.3% since 2010 (4,398 → 4,673), a +0.43% annualized rate.
The median household income in Florence County, Wisconsin is $62,786, with mean (average) household income of $78,755 and per-capita income of $37,845. 5.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Florence County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (95.7%), Hispanic or Latino (1.1%), Black or African American (0.4%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Florence County, Wisconsin is 54.8 years. Residents are 49.0% female and 51.0% male.
The median home value in Florence County is $170,000 and median monthly rent is $871. 90.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 4,659 total housing units, 54.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Florence County, Wisconsin is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 20.1% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.9%.
Milwaukee is among the largest cities associated with Florence 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.