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County overview

Racine County

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

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Racine County

Population
197,068
Age 65+
17.3%
Median age
40.2
Owner-occupied
70.0%
With disability
12.9%
Median home value
$226,500
Median income
$72,658
Residents 65+
34,044
How Racine County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+4.8%
% owner-occupied
+8%
% with disability
0%
Median household income
-3.3%
Median home value
-19.7%
Median age
+4.4%

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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Other counties in Wisconsin

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933,063 residents
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559,891 residents
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407,290 residents
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268,393 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 Racine County

Racine County is home to roughly 197,068 residents, of whom about 34,093 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 17.3%, above 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 70.0% of homes in Racine County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $226,500. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. 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 12.9% of Racine County residents report a disability, a rate in line with 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.