Wood County's 2026 population is estimated at 73,755, reflecting a -0.13% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Wood County is the 22nd largest county in Wisconsin. The 2010 population was 74,812 and has grown -1.41% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.8 years
Female: 44.8 years
Male: 43.1 years
There are 58,159 adults, (16,124 of whom are seniors) in Wood County.
Female: 37,057 (50.1%)
Male: 36,947 (49.9%)
The racial composition of Wood County includes 91.07% White, and smaller percentages for Asian, other race, Black or African American, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 67,397 | 91.07% |
| Two or more races | 3,599 | 4.86% |
| Asian | 1,293 | 1.75% |
| Other race | 967 | 1.31% |
| Black or African American | 541 | 0.73% |
| Native American | 205 | 0.28% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 2 | 0% |
Wood County 's average per capita income is $46,695. Household income levels show a median of $67,989. The poverty rate stands at 10.77%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $98,325 | $115,324 |
| Families | $84,896 | $103,326 |
| Households | $67,989 | $86,117 |
| Non Families | $39,936 | $52,924 |
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