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County overview

Dane County

Wisconsin - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Dane County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Dane County

Population
559,891
Age 65+
14.4%
Median age
35.5
Owner-occupied
57.9%
With disability
8.6%
Median home value
$342,900
Median income
$84,297
Residents 65+
80,883
How Dane County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
-12.7%
% owner-occupied
-10.6%
% with disability
-33.3%
Median household income
+12.2%
Median home value
+21.6%
Median age
-7.8%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

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933,063 residents
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407,290 residents
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268,393 residents
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197,068 residents
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190,611 residents
Winnebago County
171,197 residents
Kenosha County
168,693 residents
Rock County
163,817 residents

Aging-in-place in Dane County

Dane County is home to roughly 559,891 residents, of whom about 80,624 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 14.4%, well below the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 57.9% of homes in Dane County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $342,900. That's a lower-than-average ownership rate, which can mean more renters navigating accessibility modifications with landlord involvement. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 8.6% of Dane County residents report a disability, a rate below national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.