Racine city, Wisconsin
Racine city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Racine city is a geographic entity located in Racine County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 77,908. The land area covers 15.47 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 77,908 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 34.7 yrs | ±1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 31,970 | ±731 | 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 | 34,848 | ±621 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 31,970 | ±731 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,878 | ±430 |
| Median Home Value | $166,500 | ±$3,070 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,033 | ±$42 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,740 | ±$2,108 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,400 | ±$1,072 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.2% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 13,923 | ±1,824 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 35,836 | ±1,044 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.1% | ±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: 78,057 (2024)
ID: 177216
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
730 WASHINGTON AVE, RACINE WI 53403-1146
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GUS Population: 198,651 (2024)
ID: 184234
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF OF STAFF
4728 57TH DR, STURTEVANT WI 53177-3046
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Racine | PK-08 | Racine, WI | |
| Regular School Racine | PK | Racine, WI | |
| Regular School Racine | PK | Racine, WI | |
| Regular School Racine | 09-12 | Racine, WI | |
| Alternative School Racine | 11-12 | Racine, WI | |
| Regular School Racine | PK-05 | Racine, WI | |
| Regular School Racine | PK-08 | Racine, WI | |
| Regular School Racine | KG-08 | Racine, WI | |
| Regular School Racine | PK-07 | Racine, WI | |
| Regular School Racine | 09-12 | Racine, 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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ASCENSION ALL SAINTS HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 3801 SPRING ST, RACINE, WI, 53405 |
(262) 687-4011
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Midwest College of Oriental Medicine-Racine
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College | 3.9 mi away | 6232 Bankers Road, Racine, WI, 53403-9747 |
2625542010
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RACINE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 75 SEVENTH ST., RACINE, WI, 53403 |
(262) 636-9217
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University of Wisconsin-Parkside
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College | 5.8 mi away | 900 Wood Rd, Kenosha, WI, 53144 |
2625952345
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RACINE PUBLIC MOBILE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 75 SEVENTH ST., RACINE, WI, 53403 |
(262) 939-2264
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University of Wisconsin-Parkside Flex
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College | 5.9 mi away | 900 Wood Rd, Kenosha, WI, 53141 |
8778953276
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KENOSHA BOOKMOBILE 2
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 1500 27TH AVE., KENOSHA, WI, 53140 |
(262) 564-6190
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Carthage College
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College | 7.1 mi away | 2001 Alford Park Dr, Kenosha, WI, 53140-1994 |
2625518500
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KENOSHA PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 1500 27TH AVE., KENOSHA, WI, 53140 |
(262) 564-6190
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Gateway Technical College
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College | 8.5 mi away | 3520 30th Ave, Kenosha, WI, 53144-1690 |
2625642200
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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 RACINE, WI US, located 2.2 miles from Racine city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.6° | 14.5° | 22.1° | 1.98" | 13.3" |
| February | 32.4° | 17.9° | 25.1° | 1.92" | 10.9" |
| March | 40.8° | 26.9° | 33.9° | 2.42" | 5.5" |
| April | 50.7° | 36.4° | 43.6° | 3.94" | 1.0" |
| May | 61.3° | 45.6° | 53.5° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| June | 71.9° | 56.3° | 64.1° | 4.35" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.5° | 63.5° | 71.0° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.3° | 63.4° | 70.4° | 3.75" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.5° | 55.7° | 63.1° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.8° | 43.1° | 51.0° | 3.07" | 0.0" |
| November | 46.0° | 31.7° | 38.9° | 2.53" | 1.9" |
| December | 34.8° | 21.0° | 27.9° | 2.09" | 8.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Racine city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Elmwood Park village | Village | 2.4 mi | — |
| North Bay village | Village | 3.2 mi | — |
| Mount Pleasant village | Village | 3.8 mi | — |
| Wind Point village | Village | 4.4 mi | — |
| Sturtevant village | Village | 4.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5510166000. • 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.