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County overview

Winnebago County

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

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Winnebago County

Population
171,197
Age 65+
16.7%
Median age
38.4
Owner-occupied
66.0%
With disability
12.1%
Median home value
$190,600
Median income
$70,041
Residents 65+
28,627
How Winnebago County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+1.2%
% owner-occupied
+1.9%
% with disability
-6.2%
Median household income
-6.8%
Median home value
-32.4%
Median age
-0.3%

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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163,817 residents

Aging-in-place in Winnebago County

Winnebago County is home to roughly 171,197 residents, of whom about 28,590 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 16.7%, in line with 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 66.0% of homes in Winnebago County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $190,600. 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 12.1% of Winnebago 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.