Sheboygan, WI Metro Area

Sheboygan, WI · Metro Area

117,991Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $73,094
Median home value: $232,700
Land area: 512 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Sheboygan County, WI	Central	117,991	$73,094	$232,700

Largest cities and towns

31 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Sheboygan, WI	City	49,645	$62,927
Plymouth, WI	City	8,890	$68,038
Sheboygan Falls, WI	City	8,547	$71,477
Sheboygan (Town), WI	Town	8,281	$95,970
Wilson, WI	Town	3,439	$104,632
Howards Grove, WI	Village	3,223	$78,333
Oostburg, WI	Village	3,058	$87,857
Plymouth (Town), WI	Town	3,052	$76,094
Lima, WI	Town	2,939	$106,065
Cedar Grove, WI	Village	2,402	$84,344
Greenbush, WI	Town	2,268	$87,031
Kohler, WI	Village	2,175	$135,833
Herman, WI	Town	2,086	$104,615
Holland, WI	Town	2,010	$92,250
Rhine, WI	Town	1,970	$98,542
Sheboygan Falls (Town), WI	Town	1,859	$71,250
Scott, WI	Town	1,729	$91,683
Mitchell, WI	Town	1,667	$97,212
Random Lake, WI	Village	1,575	$89,601
Lyndon, WI	Town	1,551	$93,000
Sherman, WI	Town	1,470	$107,202
Elkhart Lake, WI	Village	1,092	$94,250
Hingham, WI	CDP	960	$98,571
Mosel, WI	Town	673	$69,583
Cascade, WI	Village	620	$79,750

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Unemployment

2.7%

College Educated

27.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$73,094

Mean Household Income

$93,780

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

50.8%

Female

49.2%

Population Split

Male50.8%

Female49.2%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

German45.1%

Irish8.9%

Mexican5.8%

Polish4.6%

English4.5%

French2.4%

Italian2.3%

African1.1%

Scottish1.0%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

5.8%Foreign Born

94.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized56.0%

Non-Citizen44.0%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later35.2%

Before 201064.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

53,067

Median Rent

$934/mo

Median Home Value

$232,700

Median Year Built

1970

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

25,684

College Enrollment

16.4%

High School

23.9%

College Educated

27.5%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

18.2 min

Drive Alone Rate

76.5%

Public Transit

0.3%

Work From Home

10.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.5%

18-34 Years

20.1%

35-64 Years

38.8%

65+ Years

19.6%

Population Composition

Under 1821.5%

18-3420.1%

35-6438.8%

65+19.6%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

48.3%

Single Parent

5.4%

Living Alone

31.9%

Avg Size

2.31

Household Types

Married Couples48.3%

Single Parent5.4%

Living Alone31.9%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$40,078

SNAP Usage

8.8%

Health Insurance

96.0%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k11.4%

$25k - $50k18.8%

$50k - $100k35.4%

$100k+34.4%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

30.8%

Retail Trade

9.5%

Education & Health Care

18.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

11.9%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.0%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

91.2%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.1%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

94.0

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

164.5

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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