Living in Racine County, Wisconsin

Racine County is a county in Wisconsin with a population of around 195,080, part of the Racine, WI MSA metro area. The main communities are Racine, Yorkville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,097/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $263K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.7%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 32°F) and warm summers (highs around 76°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Racine County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 40 and a predominantly working-class population (25% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.