Kenosha, WI Local Data & Statistics

State: WI

Total population: 99,372 Household income: $71,239 Rent: $1,186

Overview

Total population

99,372

Rent

$1,186

Year built

1970

Household income

$71,239

Per capita income

$37,709

Poverty rate

13.7%

Unemployment rate

3.1%

Household size

2.4 persons

Rent over 30% of income

46.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Wisconsin

Total population

99,372

Adults over 25

65,761

Total households

40,333

Household size

2.4 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$71,239

Per capita income

$37,709

Poverty rate

13.7%

Unemployment rate

3.1%

Rent over 30% of income

46.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,186

Year built

1970

Households that rent

41.3%

Households that own

58.7%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.2

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

68%

Black

9.3%

Asian

Two or more races

15.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

19.2%

Not Hispanic or Latino

80.8%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

90.3%

Commute time to work

24 mins

Work from home

9.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

31.3%

High school graduate or GED

28%

Some college or associate degree

11.8%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

29%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of Kenosha, WI with: Wisconsin United States

Kenosha, WI

Total population99,372

Rent$1,186

Year built1970

Household income$71,239

Per capita income$37,709

Poverty rate13.7%

Unemployment rate3.1%

Wisconsin State

Total population5,914,872

Rent$1,087

Year built1975

Household income$77,485

Per capita income$43,373

Poverty rate10.6%

Unemployment rate3%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityKenosha, WI	StateWisconsin	CountryUnited States
Total population	99,372	5,914,872	334,922,499
Rent	$1,186	$1,087	$1,413
Year built	1970	1975	1980
Household income	$71,239	$77,485	$80,734
Per capita income	$37,709	$43,373	$44,673
Poverty rate	13.7%	10.6%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	3.1%	3%	4%

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Summary for Kenosha, WI

Kenosha is located in Wisconsin.

Rent & Income

In Kenosha, the typical monthly rent is $1,186 and the typical household income is $71,239. Rent here is higher than Wisconsin and lower than the U.S., and household income is lower than both Wisconsin and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 13.7%, which is higher than in both Wisconsin and national.

Housing & Affordability

This area is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 41.3% of households. About 46.8% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 29% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is similar to Wisconsin and lower than the national rate.

Kenosha, WI — Rent vs Household Income

Kenosha, WI — Poverty vs Unemployment

How Kenosha, WI compares in Wisconsin (12 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,186	10 / 12	from lower rent	$932 – $1,413
Household income	$71,239	5 / 12	from higher income	$54,234 – $83,837
Poverty rate	13.7%	5 / 12	from lower poverty	8.3% – 22.8%
Unemployment rate	3.1%	9 / 12	from lower unemployment	2.2% – 3.9%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Wisconsin with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for Kenosha, WI

Rent

When it comes to rent costs, Kenosha places 10th among 12 large places in Wisconsin. Across the state, rents run from $932 in Green Bay, WI up to $1,413 in Madison, WI.

Household income

Kenosha ranks 5th among 12 large places for typical household income. Statewide values run from $54,234 in Milwaukee, WI to $83,837 in Waukesha, WI.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty, Kenosha ranks 5th out of 12 large places. Statewide poverty rates range from 8.3% in Appleton, WI to 22.8% in Milwaukee, WI.

Unemployment rate

For joblessness, Kenosha ranks 9th out of 12 significant areas. Across Wisconsin, unemployment varies from 2.2% in Madison, WI to 3.9% in Milwaukee, WI.

💰 Rent in Kenosha, WI (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,186 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in Kenosha, WI

Annual Household Income: $71,239

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in Kenosha, WI

Estimated Rate: 13.7%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in Kenosha, WI

In Kenosha, WI, households that rent: 16,640 (41.3%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	16,640	41.3%
Owner-Occupied	23,693	58.7%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in Kenosha, WI

In Kenosha, WI, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 7,781 (46.8%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	7,781	46.8%
Other renter households	8,859	53.2%
Total renter households	16,640	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in Kenosha, WI

Less than High School: 20,558 people (31.3%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 18,389 people (28%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 7,743 people (11.8%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 19,071 people (29%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 65,761

📊 Unemployment Rate in Kenosha, WI

Estimated Rate: 3.1%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.