Waupaca County's 2026 population is estimated at 50,865, reflecting a -0.3% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Waupaca County is the 29th largest county in Wisconsin. The 2010 population was 52,396 and has grown -2.92% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.3 years
Female: 45.9 years
Male: 44.7 years
There are 41,200 adults, (10,967 of whom are seniors) in Waupaca County.
Female: 25,245 (49%)
Male: 26,324 (51%)
The racial composition of Waupaca County includes 93.15% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Black or African American, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 48,037 | 93.15% |
| Two or more races | 2,341 | 4.54% |
| Other race | 657 | 1.27% |
| Black or African American | 285 | 0.55% |
| Asian | 139 | 0.27% |
| Native American | 109 | 0.21% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1 | 0% |
Waupaca County 's average per capita income is $51,920. Household income levels show a median of $72,830. The poverty rate stands at 10.4%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $102,718 | $125,736 |
| Families | $91,292 | $112,177 |
| Households | $72,830 | $93,820 |
| Non Families | $39,709 | $54,233 |
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