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Population Review

Walworth County, Wisconsin Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 15th-largest in Wisconsin

The population of Walworth County, Wisconsin is 105,447 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 15th-largest county in Wisconsin. The median household income is $77,359, the median home value is $275,900, and the median age is 41.1.

The population of Walworth County has grown 3.8% since 2010 (102,195 → 106,029), a +0.26% annualized rate.

Walworth County within Wisconsin · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

105,447

Population

+0.26%

Annual growth

190

People / sq mi

$77,359

Median Income

$275,900

Median Home Value

Walworth County covers 555 sq mi of land at 189.8 people per square mile.

About Walworth County, WI

Walworth County is a county in Wisconsin with a population of 105,447. It ranks #15 among counties in Wisconsin by population. The median age is 41.1, older than the national median. The population is 50.3% male and 49.7% female.

The median household income in Walworth County is $77,359, near the US median of $74,580. 4.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $275,900, with monthly rent averaging $1,090. The homeownership rate of 70.6% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Walworth County reflects 32.3% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 9.7% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 23.9 minutes each way.

Walworth County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Walworth County had a population of 102,195 in 2010 and 106,029 in 2024, a 3.8% growth over 14 years. The peak was 106,029 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.26%.

2024 · 106K20102024

106,029

Population (2024)

102,195

Population (2010)

106,029

Peak (2024)

0.26%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010102,195
2011102,641
2012102,881
2013102,805
2014103,190
2015102,508
2016102,668
2017102,890
2018103,547
2019103,898
2020105,310
2021105,231
2022105,705
2023106,008
2024106,029

Race & Ethnicity

White87.1%
Black or African American0.8%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.0%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

41.1

Median Age

49.7%

Female

50.3%

Male

19.2%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
4.5%
5–9
5.4%
10–14
6.0%
15–19
7.5%
20–24
9.2%
25–34
10.4%
35–44
11.1%
45–54
12.0%
55–59
7.0%
60–64
7.7%
65–74
11.8%
75–84
5.3%
85+
2.1%

Children (under 15): 15.9% · Seniors (65+): 19.2%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$77,359+$1,689 vs state
Mean household income$104,608
Per-capita income$42,771
Poverty rate4.6%-2.0% vs state
Unemployment rate2.2%
Employment-to-population63.2%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
21.2%
Manufacturing
18.6%
Education & health care
11.3%
Construction
8.0%
Finance & real estate
7.9%
Information
4.8%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.5%
Retail trade
4.0%

The largest employment sector in Walworth County is professional & business services, accounting for 21.2% of workers.

How residents commute

0.2%

Drive alone

3.4%

Carpool

76.8%

Public transit

9.7%

Work from home

23.9 min

Avg commute

Housing

$275,900+$28,500 vs state

Median home value

$1,090

Median rent

70.6%

Homeownership rate

53,508

Total housing units

79.3%

Occupied

20.7%

Vacant

29.4%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

94.3%

With health insurance

95.0%

With broadband internet

35.7%

Foreign-born

5.8%

Veterans (18+)

12.0%

With a disability

89.7%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

92.5%

High School+

32.3%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Walworth County, Wisconsin has a population of 105,447 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 15th-largest county in Wisconsin. Population density is 190 people per square mile.

The population of Walworth County has grown 3.8% since 2010 (102,195 → 106,029), a +0.26% annualized rate.

The median household income in Walworth County, Wisconsin is $77,359, with mean (average) household income of $104,608 and per-capita income of $42,771. 4.6% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Walworth County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (87.1%), Hispanic or Latino (1.0%), Black or African American (0.8%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Walworth County, Wisconsin is 41.1 years. Residents are 49.7% female and 50.3% male.

The median home value in Walworth County is $275,900 and median monthly rent is $1,090. 70.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 53,508 total housing units, 20.7% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Walworth County, Wisconsin is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 21.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.

Milwaukee is among the largest cities associated with Walworth County, Wisconsin, with a population of 569,756.

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

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.