Douglas County's 2026 population is estimated at 44,324, reflecting a 0.05% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Douglas County is the 34th largest county in Wisconsin. The 2010 population was 44,137 and has grown 0.42% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.7 years
Female: 43 years
Male: 42.4 years
There are 35,758 adults, (9,145 of whom are seniors) in Douglas County.
Female: 21,907 (49.5%)
Male: 22,322 (50.5%)
The racial composition of Douglas County includes 90.28% White, and smaller percentages for Native American, Black or African American, Asian, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 39,928 | 90.28% |
| Two or more races | 2,771 | 6.27% |
| Native American | 621 | 1.4% |
| Black or African American | 375 | 0.85% |
| Asian | 331 | 0.75% |
| Other race | 203 | 0.46% |
Douglas County 's average per capita income is $50,467. Household income levels show a median of $75,099. The poverty rate stands at 10.76%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $114,036 | $123,348 |
| Families | $102,190 | $112,186 |
| Households | $75,099 | $88,663 |
| Non Families | $41,078 | $54,285 |
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