Langlade County, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 54th-largest in Wisconsin
The population of Langlade County, Wisconsin is 19,473 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 54th-largest county in Wisconsin. The median household income is $57,258, the median home value is $145,800, and the median age is 49.0.
The population of Langlade County has declined 2.1% since 2010 (19,964 → 19,535), a -0.16% annualized rate.
19,473
Population
-0.16%
Annual growth
22
People / sq mi
$57,258
Median Income
$145,800
Median Home Value
Langlade County covers 871 sq mi of land at 22.4 people per square mile.
About Langlade County, WI
Langlade County skews on age — the median resident is 49.0, older than the national median. With 19,473 residents, Langlade County is a county in Wisconsin.
Median household income is $57,258, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.2%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $145,800, with typical rent around $737.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US counties: 16.2% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Just 5.8% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Langlade County — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Langlade County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Langlade County had a population of 19,964 in 2010 and 19,535 in 2024, a -2.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,964 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.15%.
19,535
Population (2024)
19,964
Population (2010)
19,964
Peak (2010)
-0.15%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,964 |
| 2011 | 19,794 |
| 2012 | 19,621 |
| 2013 | 19,415 |
| 2014 | 19,258 |
| 2015 | 19,051 |
| 2016 | 19,087 |
| 2017 | 19,184 |
| 2018 | 19,239 |
| 2019 | 19,208 |
| 2020 | 19,466 |
| 2021 | 19,486 |
| 2022 | 19,528 |
| 2023 | 19,435 |
| 2024 | 19,535 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 93.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
49.0
Median Age
49.2%
Female
50.8%
Male
25.1%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 15.7% · Seniors (65+): 25.1%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $57,258$-18,412 vs state |
| Mean household income | $76,439 |
| Per-capita income | $34,160 |
| Poverty rate | 8.2%+1.6% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.0% |
| Employment-to-population | 56.6% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Langlade County is manufacturing, accounting for 18.7% of workers.
How residents commute
0.3%
Drive alone
3.9%
Carpool
83.6%
Public transit
5.8%
Work from home
22.2 min
Avg commute
Housing
$145,800$-101,600 vs state
Median home value
$737
Median rent
78.0%
Homeownership rate
12,202
Total housing units
70.5%
Occupied
29.5%
Vacant
22.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.0%
With health insurance
90.1%
With broadband internet
15.0%
Foreign-born
8.9%
Veterans (18+)
17.5%
With a disability
98.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
89.8%
High School+
16.2%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Langlade County, Wisconsin has a population of 19,473 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 54th-largest county in Wisconsin. Population density is 22 people per square mile.
The population of Langlade County has declined 2.1% since 2010 (19,964 → 19,535), a -0.16% annualized rate.
The median household income in Langlade County, Wisconsin is $57,258, with mean (average) household income of $76,439 and per-capita income of $34,160. 8.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Langlade County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.0%), Hispanic or Latino (2.8%), Black or African American (0.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Langlade County, Wisconsin is 49.0 years. Residents are 49.2% female and 50.8% male.
The median home value in Langlade County is $145,800 and median monthly rent is $737. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 12,202 total housing units, 29.5% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Langlade County, Wisconsin is manufacturing, employing 18.7% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.
Milwaukee is among the largest cities associated with Langlade County, Wisconsin, with a population of 569,756.
Langlade County, WI Climate
Langlade County, WI has an average annual temperature of 4.5°C (40°F) and receives about 819 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
4.5°C
Avg Temp
819
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -12° / 10° | 28 mm |
| February | -10° / 15° | 24 mm |
| March | -3° / 26° | 47 mm |
| April | 4° / 40° | 69 mm |
| May | 11° / 53° | 85 mm |
| June | 16° / 61° | 97 mm |
| July | 19° / 66° | 91 mm |
| August | 18° / 64° | 104 mm |
| September | 13° / 56° | 113 mm |
| October | 7° / 45° | 68 mm |
| November | -1° / 30° | 55 mm |
| December | -8° / 17° | 38 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 Langlade County, WI
The most comfortable months to visit Langlade 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 -18°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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