Vilas County's 2026 population is estimated at 24,016, reflecting a 0.14% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Vilas County is the 49th largest county in Wisconsin. The 2010 population was 21,454 and has grown 11.94% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 55.7 years
Female: 55.9 years
Male: 55.5 years
There are 19,820 adults, (7,513 of whom are seniors) in Vilas County.
Female: 11,388 (48.2%)
Male: 12,259 (51.8%)
The racial composition of Vilas County includes 85.21% White, 8.52% Native American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 20,150 | 85.21% |
| Native American | 2,015 | 8.52% |
| Two or more races | 1,174 | 4.96% |
| Other race | 152 | 0.64% |
| Asian | 91 | 0.38% |
| Black or African American | 65 | 0.27% |
Vilas County 's average per capita income is $43,356. Household income levels show a median of $68,431. The poverty rate stands at 11.06%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $90,439 | - |
| Families | $83,870 | $106,041 |
| Households | $68,431 | $88,583 |
| Non Families | $44,577 | $57,690 |
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