Iron County's 2026 population is estimated at 6,151, reflecting a -0.68% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Iron County is the 70th largest county in Wisconsin. The 2010 population was 5,925 and has grown 3.81% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 56.1 years
Female: 56.6 years
Male: 55.6 years
There are 5,247 adults, (2,051 of whom are seniors) in Iron County.
Female: 3,049 (49.1%)
Male: 3,161 (50.9%)
The racial composition of Iron County includes 93.4% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 5,800 | 93.4% |
| Two or more races | 328 | 5.28% |
| Other race | 35 | 0.56% |
| Asian | 30 | 0.48% |
| Native American | 14 | 0.23% |
| Black or African American | 3 | 0.05% |
Iron County 's average per capita income is $43,507. Household income levels show a median of $60,625. The poverty rate stands at 10.46%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $84,688 | - |
| Families | $78,060 | $93,691 |
| Households | $60,625 | $76,937 |
| Non Families | $35,769 | $50,143 |
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