Milwaukee County's 2026 population is estimated at 930,500, reflecting a 0.31% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Milwaukee County is the largest county in Wisconsin. The 2010 population was 948,289 and has grown -1.88% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 35.5 years
Female: 36.4 years
Male: 34.5 years
There are 706,890 adults, (136,581 of whom are seniors) in Milwaukee County.
Female: 476,282 (51.4%)
Male: 450,049 (48.6%)
The racial composition of Milwaukee County includes 50.46% White, 25.88% Black or African American, 5.38% other race, 4.88% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 467,429 | 50.46% |
| Black or African American | 239,717 | 25.88% |
| Two or more races | 117,825 | 12.72% |
| Other race | 49,864 | 5.38% |
| Asian | 45,162 | 4.88% |
| Native American | 6,170 | 0.67% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 164 | 0.02% |
Milwaukee County 's average per capita income is $50,355. Household income levels show a median of $64,435. The poverty rate stands at 17.22%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $113,624 | $140,690 |
| Families | $84,983 | $110,477 |
| Households | $64,435 | $88,840 |
| Non Families | $45,966 | $60,731 |
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