Ashland County's 2026 population is estimated at 16,382, reflecting a 0.57% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Ashland County is the 62nd largest county in Wisconsin. The 2010 population was 16,142 and has grown 1.49% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.1 years
Female: 43.6 years
Male: 41.8 years
There are 12,749 adults, (3,452 of whom are seniors) in Ashland County.
Female: 7,902 (49.1%)
Male: 8,178 (50.9%)
The racial composition of Ashland County includes 82.87% White, 9.53% Native American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Black or African American, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 13,326 | 82.87% |
| Native American | 1,532 | 9.53% |
| Two or more races | 974 | 6.06% |
| Asian | 119 | 0.74% |
| Black or African American | 83 | 0.52% |
| Other race | 45 | 0.28% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1 | 0.01% |
Ashland County 's average per capita income is $43,928. Household income levels show a median of $62,462. The poverty rate stands at 13.38%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $99,531 | - |
| Families | $82,887 | $95,283 |
| Households | $62,462 | $76,270 |
| Non Families | $34,539 | $48,104 |
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