Oshkosh city, Wisconsin
Oshkosh city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Oshkosh city is a geographic entity located in Winnebago County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 67,460. The land area covers 27.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 67,460 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 34.4 yrs | ±1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 27,451 | ±602 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 29,423 | ±508 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 27,451 | ±602 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,972 | ±382 |
| Median Home Value | $177,700 | ±$7,196 |
| Median Gross Rent | $935 | ±$23 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,188 | ±$2,750 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,003 | ±$1,127 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.5% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10,618 | ±1,231 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.8% | ±0.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 35,017 | ±919 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.5% | ±1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 67,242 (2024)
ID: 177288
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
PO BOX 1130, OSHKOSH WI 54903-1130
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GUS Population: 173,307 (2024)
ID: 177079
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY BOARD CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 2808, OSHKOSH WI 54903-2808
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Oshkosh | 12 | Oshkosh, WI | |
| Regular School Oshkosh | KG-05 | Oshkosh, WI | |
| Regular School Oshkosh | KG-05 | Oshkosh, WI | |
| Regular School Oshkosh | KG-05 | Oshkosh, WI | |
| Regular School Oshkosh | KG-05 | Oshkosh, WI | |
| Regular School Oshkosh | KG-05 | Oshkosh, WI | |
| Regular School Oshkosh | 09-12 | Oshkosh, WI | |
| Regular School Oshkosh | KG-05 | Oshkosh, WI | |
| Regular School Oshkosh | PK-05 | Oshkosh, WI | |
| Regular School Oshkosh | KG-05 | Oshkosh, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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AURORA MEDICAL CTR OSHKOSH
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Hospital | City address association | 855 N WESTHAVEN DRIVE, OSHKOSH, WI, 54904 |
(920) 456-6000
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University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
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College | 0.7 mi away | 800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI, 54901 |
9204241234
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OSHKOSH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 106 WASHINGTON AVE., OSHKOSH, WI, 54901 |
(920) 236-5210
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The Salon Professional Academy-Appleton
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College | 17.2 mi away | 3355 W College Ave, Appleton, WI, 54914 |
92096804334
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CARTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 405 E. HURON ST., OMRO, WI, 54963 |
(920) 685-7016
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Academy of Beauty Professionals
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College Vocational | 17.5 mi away | 525 Westhill Boulevard, Appleton, WI, 54914-5780 |
9208153375
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WINNECONNE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 31 S. SECOND ST., WINNECONNE, WI, 54986 |
(920) 582-7091
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Moraine Park Technical College
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College | 18.0 mi away | 235 N National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54936-1940 |
9209292483
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NEENAH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 240 E. WISCONSIN AVE., NEENAH, WI, 54957 |
(920) 886-6315
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Lawrence University
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College | 18.4 mi away | College Ave, Appleton, WI, 54911 |
9208327000
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at OSHKOSH, WI US, located 0.3 miles from Oshkosh city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.1° | 10.2° | 18.1° | 1.34" | 9.8" |
| February | 29.9° | 12.9° | 21.4° | 1.11" | 10.1" |
| March | 41.3° | 23.5° | 32.4° | 1.92" | 5.4" |
| April | 54.4° | 35.7° | 45.0° | 3.21" | 1.8" |
| May | 67.3° | 48.0° | 57.7° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.3° | 58.8° | 68.0° | 4.82" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.7° | 62.7° | 72.2° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.8° | 61.0° | 70.4° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.5° | 52.7° | 62.6° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.0° | 40.8° | 49.9° | 2.89" | 0.3" |
| November | 44.2° | 28.9° | 36.6° | 2.05" | 1.8" |
| December | 31.8° | 17.5° | 24.7° | 1.59" | 10.0" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Butte des Morts CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Omro city | City | 8.7 mi | — |
| Winneconne village | Village | 9.9 mi | — |
| Van Dyne CDP | CDP | 10.0 mi | — |
| Neenah city | City | 10.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5513960500. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.