Kenosha, WI Census Data
The 4th largest city in Wisconsin by population · 12 cities ranked
Kenosha is the 4th largest city in Wisconsin by population and ranks 6th of 12 for median household income. With 99,147 residents, it has a lower poverty rate than 7 other Wisconsin cities. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
99,147
48.2% male · 51.8% female
Median Age
36.8
1.9 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$68,532
$10,006 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
28.9%
6.1% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 89.7%
Poverty Rate
13.8%
1.4% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 6.8%
Broadband Access
95.2%
5.5% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$210,500
Median rent: $1,137 · 59% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
Labor force participation: 64.7%
Per Capita Income
$41,247
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
6.4%
Disability rate: 14.1%
How Kenosha Compares to Other Wisconsin Cities
Rankings among all 12 Wisconsin cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 4th of 12 | Top half |
| Highest Median Income | 6th of 12 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 5th of 12 | Top half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 7th of 12 | Bottom half |
| Highest Home Value | 5th of 12 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Kenosha, WI Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Kenosha, WI?
The population of Kenosha, WI is 99,147 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.8 years.
What is the median household income in Kenosha?
The median household income in Kenosha, WI is $68,532, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $41,247.
What is the poverty rate in Kenosha?
The poverty rate in Kenosha, WI is 13.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 6.8% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Kenosha residents have a college degree?
28.9% of adults (25+) in Kenosha hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 89.7% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Kenosha?
The median home value in Kenosha, WI is $210,500. Median rent is $1,137 per month, with 59% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Kenosha?
Kenosha's population is 69.2% White, 9.7% Black, 19.5% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Kenosha rank among Wisconsin cities?
Kenosha is the 4th largest city in Wisconsin by population, the 6th highest for median household income, the 5th lowest for poverty rate, the 7th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 12 ranked Wisconsin cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Kenosha?
The unemployment rate in Kenosha, WI is 4.9%, with a labor force participation rate of 64.7%. Per capita income is $41,247.
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