State
County
Land Area (mi²)
15.5 sq mi
Density (mi²)
4,919.90/sq mi
2020 Growth Rate
-0.41% (-315)
Growth Since 2010
-3.46% (-2,730)
Rank in State
Rank in Country
Racine, Wisconsin Population 2021
76,130
Racine is a city located in Racine County Wisconsin. It is also the county seat of Racine County. With a 2020 population of 76,130, it is the 5th largest city in Wisconsin (after Milwaukee, , , and ) and the 472nd largest city in the United States . Racine is currently declining at a rate of -0.41% annually and its population has decreased by -3.46% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 78,860 in 2010. Racine reached it's highest population of in . Spanning over 16 miles, Racine has a population density of 4,920 people per square mile.
The average household income in Racine is $56,574 with a poverty rate of 20.99%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $831 per month, and the median house value is $108,700. The median age in Racine is 34.7 years, 33 years for males, and 35.8 years for females.
Racine Demographics
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Racinewas:
- White: 65.10%
- Black or African American: 23.12%
- Other race: 5.34%
- Two or more races: 5.18%
- Asian: 0.88%
- Native American: 0.36%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.01%
The current population of Racine, Wisconsin is 76,130 based on our projections of the latest US Census estimates. The US Census estimates the 2018 population at 76,760.The last official US Census in 2010 recorded the population at 78,860.
Racine, Wisconsin Population 2021
2020 and 2021 population is estimated by projecting the 2019 numbers.
| Year | Population | Growth | Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 196,219 | -46 | -0.02% |
| 2020 | 196,265 | -46 | -0.02% |
| 2019 | 196,311 | -46 | -0.02% |
| 2018 | 196,357 | 532 | 0.27% |
| 2017 | 195,825 | 979 | 0.50% |
| 2016 | 194,846 | 174 | 0.09% |
| 2015 | 194,672 | -114 | -0.06% |
| 2014 | 194,786 | 106 | 0.05% |
| 2013 | 194,680 | 86 | 0.04% |
| 2012 | 194,594 | -314 | -0.16% |
| 2011 | 194,908 | -498 | -0.26% |
| 2010 | 195,406 | 0.00% |
Racine Metro Area Population by Year
| Race | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 50,178 | 65.10% |
| Black or African American | 17,822 | 23.12% |
| Some Other Race | 4,119 | 5.34% |
| Two or More Races | 3,990 | 5.18% |
| Asian | 681 | 0.88% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 281 | 0.36% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 10 | 0.01% |
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Racine Population by Race
Racine Population Pyramid $2021
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Racine Population by Age
Racine Households and Families
| Type | Count | Average Size | Owned |
|---|---|---|---|
| All | 30,684 | 2.45 | 51 |
| Non Family | 11,914 | 1.21 | 42.6 |
| Married | 10,760 | 3.18 | 75.9 |
| Female | 5,852 | 3.35 | 23.4 |
| Male | 2,158 | 3.28 | 47.9 |
3.11
Average Family Size
2.45
Average Household Size
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Racine Households by Type
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| Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 2,558 | 5.25% |
| 9th to 12th Grade | 5,030 | 10.32% |
| High School Graduate | 15,857 | 32.55% |
| Some College | 12,074 | 24.78% |
| Associates Degree | 5,098 | 10.46% |
| Bachelors Degree | 5,406 | 11.10% |
| Graduate Degree | 2,700 | 5.54% |
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Racine Educational Attainment by Sex (over 25)
Racine Educational Attainment by Race
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| Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 29,201 | 27,066 | 6,612 |
| Black | 9,938 | 7,727 | 539 |
| Hispanic | 8,563 | 5,431 | 729 |
| Other Race | 2,280 | 1,285 | 175 |
| 2+ Races | 1,163 | 948 | 49 |
| Asian | 447 | 417 | 181 |
| Native American | 188 | 188 | 21 |
| Islander | 10 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among native american people with a rate of 100.00%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among asian people with a rate of 40.49%.
Racine Educational Attainment by Race
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$32,071
Average Earnings
$39,697
Average Male
$28,478
Average Female
Racine Earnings by Educational Attainment
Racine Language by Age
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Racine Language
84.99% of Racine residents speak only English, while 15.01% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 12.68% of the population.
Racine Language
Racine Poverty by Race
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| Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 17,061 | 6,344 | 37.18% |
| White | 38,586 | 5,208 | 13.50% |
| Hispanic | 16,936 | 3,803 | 22.46% |
| Other | 4,084 | 1,322 | 32.37% |
| Multiple | 3,851 | 918 | 23.84% |
| Native | 216 | 29 | 13.43% |
| Asian | 681 | 16 | 2.35% |
20.99%
Overall Poverty Rate
18.85%
Male Poverty Rate
23.01%
Female Poverty Rate
Poverty in Racine
The race most likely to be in poverty in Racine is Black, with 37.18% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Racine is Asian, with 2.35% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 4.96%. Among those working part-time, it was 22.21%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 30.16%.
Racine Poverty
Racine Poverty Rate by Education
Racine Marital Status
Marriage Rates
38.7%
Overall Marriage Rate
39.2%
Male Marriage Rate
38.2%
Female Marriage Rate
Racine Married by Age and Sex
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Racine Marriage
The age group where males are most likely to be married is Over 65, while the female age group most likely to be married is 55-64.
Racine Marital Status by Race
Racine Marital Status
Racine Veterans by War
Racine Veterans by Age
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| Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| White | 3,186 | 8.18% |
| Black | 713 | 5.90% |
| Hispanic | 348 | 3.31% |
| Other Race | 73 | 2.73% |
| 2+ Races | 57 | 3.54% |
| Native American | 29 | 13.36% |
Racine Veterans by Race
Racine Veterans by Education
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11.54%
Veteran Poverty Rate
29.34%
Veteran Disability Rate
Racine Veterans by Education
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63.3%
Labor Force Participation
59.3%
Employment Rate
6.4%
Unemployment Rate
Racine Employment by Age
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Racine Employment by Race
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Racine Employment by Education
Origin of Non-Citizens
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Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Origin of Naturalized Citizens
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67.21%
Born in Racine
93.85%
Native Born
6.15%
Foreign Born
3.98%
Non Citizen
2.17%
Naturalized
Place of Birth
93.85% of Racine residents were born in the United States, with 67.21% having been born in Wisconsin. 3.98% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Latin America.
Racine Place of Birth
Note: 2020 and 2021 data is projected
| Year | Population | Growth | Annual Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 76,130 | -315 | -0.41% |
| 2020 | 76,445 | -315 | -0.41% |
| 2019 | 76,760 | -315 | -0.41% |
| 2018 | 77,075 | -113 | -0.15% |
| 2017 | 77,188 | 33 | 0.04% |
| 2016 | 77,155 | -135 | -0.17% |
| 2015 | 77,290 | -317 | -0.41% |
| 2014 | 77,607 | -175 | -0.22% |
| 2013 | 77,782 | -122 | -0.16% |
| 2012 | 77,904 | -266 | -0.34% |
| 2011 | 78,170 | -290 | -0.37% |
| 2010 | 78,460 | -3,395 | -0.42% |
| 2000 | 81,855 | -2,443 | -0.29% |
| 1990 | 84,298 | -1,427 | -0.17% |
| 1980 | 85,725 | -9,437 | -1.04% |
| 1970 | 95,162 | 6,018 | 0.66% |
| 1960 | 89,144 | 17,951 | 2.27% |
| 1950 | 71,193 | 3,998 | 0.58% |
| 1940 | 67,195 | -347 | -0.05% |
| 1930 | 67,542 | 8,949 | 1.43% |
| 1920 | 58,593 | 20,591 | 4.42% |
| 1910 | 38,002 | 8,900 | 2.70% |
| 1900 | 29,102 | 8,088 | 3.31% |
| 1890 | 21,014 | 4,983 | 2.74% |
| 1880 | 16,031 | 6,151 | 4.96% |
| 1870 | 9,880 | 2,058 | 2.36% |
| 1860 | 7,822 | 2,715 | 4.36% |
| 1850 | 5,107 | 0.00% |