Wood County, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 22nd-largest in Wisconsin
The population of Wood County, Wisconsin is 74,039 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 22nd-largest county in Wisconsin. The median household income is $66,417, the median home value is $168,100, and the median age is 43.9.
The population of Wood County has declined 1.2% since 2010 (74,812 → 73,943), a -0.08% annualized rate.
74,039
Population
-0.08%
Annual growth
93
People / sq mi
$66,417
Median Income
$168,100
Median Home Value
Wood County covers 793 sq mi of land at 93.4 people per square mile.
About Wood County, WI
Wood County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 16.1% of the population. Wood County is a county in Wisconsin with a population of 74,039. It ranks #22 among counties in Wisconsin by population.
The typical household here earns about $66,417, below the US median of $78,538. Only 6.8% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $168,100, with typical rent around $831.
Roughly 21.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.1%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
Wood County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Wood County had a population of 74,812 in 2010 and 73,943 in 2024, a -1.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 74,812 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.08%.
73,943
Population (2024)
74,812
Population (2010)
74,812
Peak (2010)
-0.08%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 74,812 |
| 2011 | 74,653 |
| 2012 | 74,326 |
| 2013 | 73,930 |
| 2014 | 73,595 |
| 2015 | 73,360 |
| 2016 | 73,224 |
| 2017 | 73,053 |
| 2018 | 72,827 |
| 2019 | 72,795 |
| 2020 | 74,189 |
| 2021 | 74,002 |
| 2022 | 73,849 |
| 2023 | 74,037 |
| 2024 | 73,943 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
43.9
Median Age
50.3%
Female
49.7%
Male
21.4%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 17.7% · Seniors (65+): 21.4%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $66,417$-9,253 vs state |
| Mean household income | $86,752 |
| Per-capita income | $37,954 |
| Poverty rate | 6.8%+0.2% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.7% |
| Employment-to-population | 59.1% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Wood County is professional & business services, accounting for 26.9% of workers.
How residents commute
0.1%
Drive alone
2.1%
Carpool
78.4%
Public transit
9.1%
Work from home
21.0 min
Avg commute
Housing
$168,100$-79,300 vs state
Median home value
$831
Median rent
73.4%
Homeownership rate
34,662
Total housing units
92.2%
Occupied
7.8%
Vacant
26.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.5%
With health insurance
92.1%
With broadband internet
16.1%
Foreign-born
8.2%
Veterans (18+)
15.3%
With a disability
96.0%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
93.5%
High School+
21.4%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wood County, Wisconsin has a population of 74,039 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 22nd-largest county in Wisconsin. Population density is 93 people per square mile.
The population of Wood County has declined 1.2% since 2010 (74,812 → 73,943), a -0.08% annualized rate.
The median household income in Wood County, Wisconsin is $66,417, with mean (average) household income of $86,752 and per-capita income of $37,954. 6.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Wood County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.2%), 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 Wood County, Wisconsin is 43.9 years. Residents are 50.3% female and 49.7% male.
The median home value in Wood County is $168,100 and median monthly rent is $831. 73.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 34,662 total housing units, 7.8% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Wood County, Wisconsin is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 26.9% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.
Milwaukee is among the largest cities associated with Wood County, Wisconsin, with a population of 569,756.
Wood County, WI Climate
Wood County, WI has an average annual temperature of 6.1°C (43°F) and receives about 828 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
6.1°C
Avg Temp
828
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -11° / 12° | 25 mm |
| February | -8° / 18° | 23 mm |
| March | -1° / 29° | 52 mm |
| April | 6° / 43° | 72 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 96 mm |
| June | 18° / 64° | 99 mm |
| July | 21° / 69° | 101 mm |
| August | 20° / 67° | 102 mm |
| September | 15° / 59° | 105 mm |
| October | 9° / 47° | 65 mm |
| November | 0° / 33° | 53 mm |
| December | -7° / 19° | 35 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 Wood County, WI
The most comfortable months to visit Wood County, WI are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 27°C high). The coldest is January (near -16°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.