Vilas County, WI
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Vilas County Overview
23,146
TOTAL POPULATION
12,045
MALE POPULATION
11,101
FEMALE POPULATION
108.50
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.16
FEMALES / 100 MALES
55.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.6
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$40,136
PER CAPITA INCOME
$77,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,726
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
66.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$8,477
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
10,665
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
53.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Vilas County Area Codes
Race in Vilas County
The most populous races in Vilas County are White / Caucasian (19,873 | 85.9%), Native / Alaskan (2,085 | 9.0%), and Two or more Races (919 | 4.0%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 84 | 0.4% |
| Black / African American | 113 | 0.5% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 607 | 2.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 2,085 | 9.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 19,873 | 85.9% |
| Two or more Races | 919 | 4.0% |
| Some other Race | 72 | 0.3% |
| Total | 23,146 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Vilas County
The most populous ancestries reported in Vilas County are German (8,997 | 38.9%), Irish (2,503 | 10.8%), Polish (2,173 | 9.4%), Chippewa (1,844 | 8.0%), and English (1,617 | 7.0%), together accounting for 74.0% of all Vilas County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| Alaskan Athabascan | 3 | 0.0% |
| American | 629 | 2.7% |
| Apache | 70 | 0.3% |
| Arab | 16 | 0.1% |
| Armenian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Australian | 11 | 0.1% |
| Austrian | 225 | 1.0% |
| Belgian | 61 | 0.3% |
| Bhutanese | 26 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 43 | 0.2% |
| British | 146 | 0.6% |
| Burmese | 30 | 0.1% |
| Canadian | 25 | 0.1% |
| Celtic | 3 | 0.0% |
| Central American | 8 | 0.0% |
| Cherokee | 28 | 0.1% |
| Chilean | 2 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 1,844 | 8.0% |
| Colombian | 5 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 141 | 0.6% |
| Cuban | 78 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 275 | 1.2% |
| Czechoslovakian | 66 | 0.3% |
| Danish | 259 | 1.1% |
| Dutch | 361 | 1.6% |
| Eastern European | 48 | 0.2% |
| English | 1,617 | 7.0% |
| Estonian | 9 | 0.0% |
| European | 175 | 0.8% |
| Finnish | 397 | 1.7% |
| French | 538 | 2.3% |
| French Canadian | 265 | 1.1% |
| German | 8,997 | 38.9% |
| German Russian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Greek | 50 | 0.2% |
| Guyanese | 81 | 0.4% |
| Hungarian | 146 | 0.6% |
| Irish | 2,503 | 10.8% |
| Iroquois | 83 | 0.4% |
| Italian | 817 | 3.5% |
| Japanese | 8 | 0.0% |
| Korean | 14 | 0.1% |
| Latvian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 9 | 0.0% |
| Lithuanian | 49 | 0.2% |
| Luxembourger | 12 | 0.1% |
| Menominee | 92 | 0.4% |
| Mexican | 314 | 1.4% |
| Mexican American Indian | 14 | 0.1% |
| Navajo | 63 | 0.3% |
| Northern European | 20 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 1,323 | 5.7% |
| Ottawa | 37 | 0.2% |
| Palestinian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Pennsylvania German | 53 | 0.2% |
| Polish | 2,173 | 9.4% |
| Portuguese | 88 | 0.4% |
| Potawatomi | 36 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 93 | 0.4% |
| Romanian | 17 | 0.1% |
| Russian | 206 | 0.9% |
| Salvadoran | 8 | 0.0% |
| Scandinavian | 92 | 0.4% |
| Scotch-Irish | 105 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 344 | 1.5% |
| Serbian | 22 | 0.1% |
| Sioux | 9 | 0.0% |
| Slavic | 21 | 0.1% |
| Slovak | 62 | 0.3% |
| Slovene | 38 | 0.2% |
| South American | 7 | 0.0% |
| Spaniard | 32 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 33 | 0.1% |
| Subsaharan African | 6 | 0.0% |
| Swedish | 986 | 4.3% |
| Swiss | 137 | 0.6% |
| Syrian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Thai | 87 | 0.4% |
| Ugandan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 18 | 0.1% |
| Welsh | 176 | 0.8% |
| Yugoslavian | 73 | 0.3% | View All 82 Rows |
Immigrants in Vilas County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Vilas County came from Europe (231 | 1.0%), Western Europe (155 | 0.7%), Germany (137 | 0.6%), Latin America (74 | 0.3%), and Eastern Europe (70 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.9% of all Vilas County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Asia | 25 | 0.1% |
| Austria | 12 | 0.1% |
| Canada | 29 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 38 | 0.2% |
| Central America | 26 | 0.1% |
| Chile | 2 | 0.0% |
| Colombia | 5 | 0.0% |
| Cuba | 38 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Africa | 3 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 7 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Europe | 70 | 0.3% |
| El Salvador | 8 | 0.0% |
| England | 3 | 0.0% |
| Europe | 231 | 1.0% |
| France | 3 | 0.0% |
| Germany | 137 | 0.6% |
| Hungary | 19 | 0.1% |
| Kazakhstan | 6 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 7 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 74 | 0.3% |
| Latvia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Mexico | 18 | 0.1% |
| Northern Europe | 3 | 0.0% |
| Peru | 3 | 0.0% |
| Philippines | 12 | 0.1% |
| Poland | 20 | 0.1% |
| Romania | 8 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 18 | 0.1% |
| South America | 10 | 0.0% |
| South Central Asia | 6 | 0.0% |
| South Eastern Asia | 12 | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | 3 | 0.0% |
| Uganda | 3 | 0.0% |
| Western Europe | 155 | 0.7% | View All 35 Rows |
Sex and Age in Vilas County
Sex and Age in Vilas County
The most populous age groups in Vilas County are 60 to 64 Years (1,282 | 10.6%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (1,126 | 10.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 499 (4.1%) | 408 (3.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 649 (5.4%) | 420 (3.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 563 (4.7%) | 573 (5.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 616 (5.1%) | 493 (4.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 448 (3.7%) | 342 (3.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 469 (3.9%) | 413 (3.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 514 (4.3%) | 451 (4.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 475 (3.9%) | 520 (4.7%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 545 (4.5%) | 462 (4.2%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 569 (4.7%) | 513 (4.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 784 (6.5%) | 687 (6.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,054 (8.7%) | 1,126 (10.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,282 (10.6%) | 1,126 (10.1%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 1,242 (10.3%) | 998 (9.0%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 948 (7.9%) | 1,092 (9.8%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 613 (5.1%) | 595 (5.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 459 (3.8%) | 501 (4.5%) |
| 85 Years and over | 316 (2.6%) | 381 (3.4%) |
| Total | 12,045 (100.0%) | 11,101 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Vilas County
Median Family Size in Vilas County
The median family size in Vilas County is 2.65 persons per family, with single female/mother families (728 | 11.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.1 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (5,543 | 83.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.59 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,543 (83.5%) | 2.59 |
| Single Male/Father | 371 (5.6%) | 2.80 |
| Single Female/Mother | 728 (11.0%) | 3.10 |
| Total Families | 6,642 (100.0%) | 2.65 |
Median Household Size in Vilas County
The median household size in Vilas County is 2.15 persons per household, with single female/mother households (728 | 6.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.69 persons per household. non-family households (4,009 | 37.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.13 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 5,543 (52.0%) | 2.62 |
| Single Male/Father | 371 (3.5%) | 3.06 |
| Single Female/Mother | 728 (6.8%) | 3.69 |
| Non-family | 4,009 (37.6%) | 1.13 |
| Total Households | 10,651 (100.0%) | 2.15 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Vilas County
Out of a total of 10,651 households in Vilas County, 6,642 (62.4%) are family households, while 4,009 (37.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 4,413, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,483.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 3,483 (32.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 4,413 (41.4%) | 494 (4.6%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,027 (9.6%) | 32 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 706 (6.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 229 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 198 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 69 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,642 (62.4%) | 4,009 (37.6%) |
Female Fertility in Vilas County
Fertility by Age in Vilas County
Average fertility rate in Vilas County is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 133.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 88.9% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 161 (88.9%) | 133.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 20 (11.1%) | 12.0 |
| Total | 181 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Vilas County
66.3% of women with births (181) in Vilas County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 37.9% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 100 (62.1%) | 61 (37.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 20 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 120 (66.3%) | 61 (33.7%) |
Fertility by Education in Vilas County
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 52 (28.7%) | 60.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 61 (33.7%) | 56.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (10.5%) | 30.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 49 (27.1%) | 181.0 |
| Total | 181 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Vilas County
33.7% of women with births in Vilas County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 71.2% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 15 (28.8%) | 37 (71.2%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 37 (60.7%) | 24 (39.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 120 (66.3%) | 61 (33.7%) |
Income in Vilas County
Income Overview in Vilas County
Per Capita Income in Vilas County is $40,136, while median incomes of families and households are $77,500 and $63,726 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 23,146 | $40,136 |
| Median Family Income | 6,642 | $77,500 |
| Mean Family Income | 6,642 | $100,629 |
| Median Household Income | 10,651 | $63,726 |
| Mean Household Income | 10,651 | $84,774 |
| Income Deficit | 6,642 | $8,477 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 23,146 | 33.51% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 23,146 | 66.49¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 23,146 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Vilas County
Average Earnings in Vilas County are $34,679, $42,521 for men and $28,273 for women, a difference of 33.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 6,388 (54.4%) | $42,521 |
| Female | 5,344 (45.6%) | $28,273 |
| Total | 11,732 (100.0%) | $34,679 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Vilas County
The most common earnings brackets in Vilas County are $100,000+ for men (725 | 11.4%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (428 | 8.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 308 (4.8%) | 299 (5.6%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 256 (4.0%) | 225 (4.2%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 286 (4.5%) | 381 (7.1%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 155 (2.4%) | 180 (3.4%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 271 (4.2%) | 210 (3.9%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 168 (2.6%) | 160 (3.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 176 (2.8%) | 301 (5.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 115 (1.8%) | 179 (3.4%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 123 (1.9%) | 187 (3.5%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 147 (2.3%) | 277 (5.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 282 (4.4%) | 407 (7.6%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 446 (7.0%) | 393 (7.3%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 250 (3.9%) | 299 (5.6%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 329 (5.1%) | 190 (3.6%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 458 (7.2%) | 227 (4.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 304 (4.8%) | 142 (2.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 516 (8.1%) | 428 (8.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 519 (8.1%) | 254 (4.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 554 (8.7%) | 324 (6.1%) |
| $100,000+ | 725 (11.4%) | 281 (5.3%) |
| Total | 6,388 (100.0%) | 5,344 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Vilas County
Average earnings in Vilas County are $46,647 for men and $31,441 for women, a difference of 32.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $67,292, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $33,542. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $55,150, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $23,036.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $33,542 | $23,036 |
| High School Diploma | $43,438 | $26,533 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $41,868 | $32,823 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $63,950 | $40,739 |
| Graduate Degree | $67,292 | $55,150 |
| Total | $46,647 | $31,441 |
Family Income in Vilas County
Family Income Brackets in Vilas County
According to the Vilas County family income data, there are 1,368 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.6% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 93 families (1.4%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 186 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 93 | 1.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 266 | 4.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 485 | 7.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 797 | 12.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,368 | 20.6% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,249 | 18.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,109 | 16.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 604 | 9.1% |
| $200,000+ | 498 | 7.5% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Vilas County
7+ person families (18 | 0.3%) account for the highest median family income in Vilas County with $99,375 per family, while 2-person families (4,636 | 69.8%) have the highest median income of $35,854 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 4,636 (69.8%) | $71,707 |
| 3-Person Families | 964 (14.5%) | $86,905 |
| 4-Person Families | 644 (9.7%) | $89,884 |
| 5-Person Families | 214 (3.2%) | $78,750 |
| 6-Person Families | 166 (2.5%) | $90,745 |
| 7+ Person Families | 18 (0.3%) | $99,375 |
| Total | 6,642 (100.0%) | $77,500 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Vilas County
The median family income in Vilas County is $77,500, with families comprising 3+ earners (436) having the highest median family income of $134,429, while families with no earners (1,805) have the lowest median family income of $58,967, accounting for 6.6% and 27.2% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 1,805 (27.2%) | $58,967 |
| 1 Earner | 1,614 (24.3%) | $60,893 |
| 2 Earners | 2,787 (42.0%) | $91,300 |
| 3+ Earners | 436 (6.6%) | $134,429 |
| Total | 6,642 (100.0%) | $77,500 |
Household Income in Vilas County
Household Income Brackets in Vilas County
With 2,130 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Vilas County, accounting for 20.0% of all households. In contrast, only 266 households (2.5%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 490 | 4.6% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 266 | 2.5% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 692 | 6.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 1,193 | 11.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,417 | 13.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,130 | 20.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,662 | 15.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,512 | 14.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 660 | 6.2% |
| $200,000+ | 618 | 5.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Vilas County
The median household income in Vilas County is $63,726, with the highest median household income of $77,967 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,982 households (37.4%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $45,795, with 119 households (1.1%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 119 (1.1%) | $45,795 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,955 (18.4%) | $65,170 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 3,982 (37.4%) | $77,967 |
| 65+ Years | 4,595 (43.1%) | $54,042 |
| Total | 10,651 (100.0%) | $63,726 |
Poverty in Vilas County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Vilas County
With 10.5% poverty level for males and 9.0% for females among the residents of Vilas County, 15 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 68 males (60.2%) and 12 females (18.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 32 (6.4%) | 57 (14.0%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (18.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 161 (23.4%) | 57 (10.9%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 127 (36.3%) | 26 (7.2%) |
| 15 Years | 68 (60.2%) | 4 (4.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 125 (45.0%) | 15 (5.8%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 72 (11.1%) | 30 (6.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 76 (7.8%) | 120 (14.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 61 (6.1%) | 116 (11.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 101 (7.5%) | 72 (6.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 208 (9.0%) | 257 (11.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 112 (5.1%) | 88 (4.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 101 (7.4%) | 137 (9.6%) |
| Total | 1,244 (10.5%) | 991 (9.0%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Vilas County
According to the poverty statistics in Vilas County, males aged 5 years and females aged 15 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 95.9% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 467 (93.6%) | 351 (86.0%) |
| 5 Years | 86 (100.0%) | 54 (81.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 528 (76.6%) | 464 (89.1%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 223 (63.7%) | 334 (92.8%) |
| 15 Years | 45 (39.8%) | 93 (95.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 153 (55.0%) | 246 (94.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 577 (88.9%) | 441 (93.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 902 (92.2%) | 740 (86.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 945 (93.9%) | 866 (88.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,239 (92.5%) | 1,128 (94.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,092 (91.0%) | 1,995 (88.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,068 (94.9%) | 2,001 (95.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,271 (92.6%) | 1,288 (90.4%) |
| Total | 10,596 (89.5%) | 10,001 (91.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Vilas County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Vilas County show that 2.8% or 154 of the total 5,543 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.1%, comprising of 135 families. On the other hand, families with 5 or more children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 4,200 (96.9%) | 135 (3.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 918 (98.3%) | 16 (1.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 257 (98.9%) | 3 (1.1%) |
| 5 or more Children | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,389 (97.2%) | 154 (2.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Vilas County
According to the poverty data in Vilas County, 23.2% or 86 single-father households and 29.8% or 217 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (42.1%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 37 households (78.7%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 21 (12.0%) | 29 (9.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 49 (31.0%) | 151 (40.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 16 (42.1%) | 37 (78.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 86 (23.2%) | 217 (29.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Vilas County
The poverty data for Vilas County shows that 154 of the married-couple family households (2.8%) and 303 of the single-parent households (27.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 135 households (3.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 53 household (62.4%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 135 (3.1%) | 50 (10.4%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 16 (1.7%) | 200 (37.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (1.1%) | 53 (62.4%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 154 (2.8%) | 303 (27.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Vilas County
Employment by Class of Employer in Vilas County
Among the 10,001 employed individuals in Vilas County, private company employees (5,382 | 53.8%), local government employees (1,221 | 12.2%), and self-employed (not incorporated) (1,074 | 10.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 5,382 | 53.8% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 606 | 6.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 1,074 | 10.7% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 1,009 | 10.1% |
| Local Government Employees | 1,221 | 12.2% |
| State Government Employees | 398 | 4.0% |
| Federal Government Employees | 258 | 2.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 53 | 0.5% |
| Total | 10,001 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Vilas County
According to the labor force statistics for Vilas County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (19,823), 53.8% or 10,665 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.6% or 491 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 88.1% or 850 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 20.9% or 96 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 459 (51.1%) | 96 (20.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 639 (80.9%) | 64 (10.0%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 744 (84.4%) | 72 (9.7%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 850 (88.1%) | 47 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,676 (83.7%) | 17 (1.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,229 (87.3%) | 56 (2.5%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 1,650 (75.7%) | 61 (3.7%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 1,257 (52.2%) | 36 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 920 (21.5%) | 40 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 249 (8.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10,665 (53.8%) | 491 (4.6%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Vilas County
According to labor force statistics for Vilas County, 76.5% of individuals (8,407) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,990) are in the labor force, with 3.4% or 286 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 81.6% or 2,518 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 14.6% or 42 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 288 (58.8%) | 72 (14.6%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,515 (73.7%) | 140 (4.1%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 3,085 (77.1%) | 84 (2.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,518 (81.6%) | 99 (3.2%) |
| Total | 8,407 (76.5%) | 374 (3.4%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Vilas County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Vilas County are Management (1,216 | 11.9%), Community & Social Service (1,026 | 10.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (544 | 5.3%), Education Instruction & Library (536 | 5.3%), and Business & Financial (417 | 4.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Vilas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (76.8%), Management (69.8%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (68.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (77.4%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (71.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 849 (69.8%) | 367 (30.2%) |
| Business & Financial | 209 (50.1%) | 208 (49.9%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 192 (66.0%) | 99 (34.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 79 (59.9%) | 53 (40.2%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 43 (76.8%) | 13 (23.2%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 70 (68.0%) | 33 (32.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 322 (31.4%) | 704 (68.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 78 (37.7%) | 129 (62.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 10 (58.8%) | 7 (41.2%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 155 (28.9%) | 381 (71.1%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 79 (29.7%) | 187 (70.3%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 140 (25.7%) | 404 (74.3%) |
| Health Technologists | 85 (22.6%) | 292 (77.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,712 (49.0%) | 1,782 (51.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,515 (54.1%) | 4,671 (45.9%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Vilas County are Cleaning & Maintenance (820 | 8.1%), Food Preparation & Serving (605 | 5.9%), Healthcare Support (384 | 3.8%), Security & Protection (192 | 1.9%), and Personal Care & Service (178 | 1.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Vilas County, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (81.9%), Security & Protection (72.4%), and Law Enforcement (65.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (85.4%), Personal Care & Service (71.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (54.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 56 (14.6%) | 328 (85.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 139 (72.4%) | 53 (27.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 68 (81.9%) | 15 (18.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 71 (65.1%) | 38 (34.9%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 276 (45.6%) | 329 (54.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 482 (58.8%) | 338 (41.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 51 (28.6%) | 127 (71.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,004 (46.1%) | 1,175 (53.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,515 (54.1%) | 4,671 (45.9%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Vilas County are Sales & Related (1,182 | 11.6%), and Office & Administration (990 | 9.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 619 (52.4%) | 563 (47.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 127 (12.8%) | 863 (87.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 746 (34.4%) | 1,426 (65.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,515 (54.1%) | 4,671 (45.9%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Vilas County are Construction & Extraction (779 | 7.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (371 | 3.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (64 | 0.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 17 (26.6%) | 47 (73.4%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 755 (96.9%) | 24 (3.1%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 367 (98.9%) | 4 (1.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,139 (93.8%) | 75 (6.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,515 (54.1%) | 4,671 (45.9%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Vilas County are Production (513 | 5.0%), Material Moving (340 | 3.3%), and Transportation (274 | 2.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 384 (74.9%) | 129 (25.2%) |
| Transportation | 248 (90.5%) | 26 (9.5%) |
| Material Moving | 282 (82.9%) | 58 (17.1%) |
| Total (Category) | 914 (81.1%) | 213 (18.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 5,515 (54.1%) | 4,671 (45.9%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Vilas County
Employment Industries in Vilas County
The major employment industries in Vilas County include Retail Trade (1,428 | 14.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,376 | 13.5%), Construction (911 | 8.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (911 | 8.9%), and Educational Services (774 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Vilas County
The Vilas County industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (94.0%), Construction (90.4%), and Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (90.1%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Information (74.8%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (73.2%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 65 (56.0%) | 51 (44.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 137 (90.1%) | 15 (9.9%) |
| Construction | 824 (90.4%) | 87 (9.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 477 (80.8%) | 113 (19.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 172 (94.0%) | 11 (6.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 672 (47.1%) | 756 (52.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 314 (84.2%) | 59 (15.8%) |
| Utilities | 63 (87.5%) | 9 (12.5%) |
| Information | 38 (25.2%) | 113 (74.8%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 103 (30.4%) | 236 (69.6%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 259 (68.3%) | 120 (31.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 176 (44.4%) | 220 (55.6%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 5 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 330 (66.0%) | 170 (34.0%) |
| Educational Services | 274 (35.4%) | 500 (64.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 369 (26.8%) | 1,007 (73.2%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 303 (59.9%) | 203 (40.1%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 409 (44.9%) | 502 (55.1%) |
| Public Administration | 252 (47.9%) | 274 (52.1%) |
| Total | 5,515 (54.1%) | 4,671 (45.9%) |
Education in Vilas County
School Enrollment in Vilas County
The most common levels of schooling among the 3,734 students in Vilas County are high school (1,157 | 31.0%), elementary school (887 | 23.7%), and middle school (664 | 17.8%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 243 | 6.5% |
| Kindergarten | 173 | 4.6% |
| Elementary School | 887 | 23.7% |
| Middle School | 664 | 17.8% |
| High School | 1,157 | 31.0% |
| College / Undergraduate | 454 | 12.2% |
| Graduate / Professional | 156 | 4.2% |
| Total | 3,734 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Vilas County
Out of a total of 3,734 students who are enrolled in schools in Vilas County, 668 (17.9%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,066 (82.1%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 174 (65.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 131 (98.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 143 (66.8%) | 71 (33.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 722 (72.7%) | 271 (27.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 983 (91.1%) | 96 (8.9%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 678 (97.1%) | 20 (2.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 204 (90.7%) | 21 (9.3%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 131 (98.5%) | 2 (1.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 110 (88.0%) | 15 (12.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 93 (34.8%) | 174 (65.2%) |
| Total | 3,066 (82.1%) | 668 (17.9%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Vilas County
Education (1,202 | 21.4%), business (1,028 | 18.3%), science & technology (657 | 11.7%), bio, nature & agricultural (549 | 9.8%), and social sciences (341 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 5,627 individuals in Vilas County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 131 | 2.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 549 | 9.8% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 140 | 2.5% |
| Psychology | 200 | 3.5% |
| Social Sciences | 341 | 6.1% |
| Engineering | 248 | 4.4% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 44 | 0.8% |
| Science & Technology | 657 | 11.7% |
| Business | 1,028 | 18.3% |
| Education | 1,202 | 21.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 260 | 4.6% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 230 | 4.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 185 | 3.3% |
| Communications | 169 | 3.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 243 | 4.3% |
| Total | 5,627 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Vilas County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Vilas County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Vilas County are males with 2 vehicles (2,306, accounting for 42.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,963, making up 50.6%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 75 (1.4%) | 108 (2.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 934 (17.2%) | 843 (18.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,306 (42.5%) | 1,963 (43.1%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,384 (25.5%) | 1,003 (22.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 542 (10.0%) | 507 (11.1%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 186 (3.4%) | 135 (3.0%) |
| Total | 5,427 (100.0%) | 4,559 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Vilas County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Vilas County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,919 commuters, 21.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,829 commuters, 20.5%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,135 commuters, 12.8%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 648 | 7.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,919 | 21.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,829 | 20.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,135 | 12.8% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 895 | 10.1% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 629 | 7.1% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 674 | 7.6% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 166 | 1.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 299 | 3.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 430 | 4.8% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 153 | 1.7% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 128 | 1.4% |
Commute Time by Sex in Vilas County
The most common commute times in Vilas County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,064 commuters, 21.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (855 commuters, 21.8%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 338 (6.8%) | 310 (7.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,064 (21.3%) | 855 (21.8%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,040 (20.8%) | 789 (20.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 650 (13.0%) | 485 (12.4%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 492 (9.9%) | 403 (10.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 318 (6.4%) | 311 (8.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 370 (7.4%) | 304 (7.8%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 80 (1.6%) | 86 (2.2%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 149 (3.0%) | 150 (3.8%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 285 (5.7%) | 145 (3.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 114 (2.3%) | 39 (1.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 91 (1.8%) | 37 (0.9%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Vilas County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Vilas County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (826, 16.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (685, 17.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 292 (5.9%) | 135 (3.5%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 281 (5.6%) | 142 (3.6%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 338 (6.8%) | 198 (5.1%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 438 (8.8%) | 119 (3.0%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 408 (8.2%) | 273 (7.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 826 (16.6%) | 685 (17.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 801 (16.1%) | 639 (16.3%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 490 (9.8%) | 392 (10.0%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 218 (4.4%) | 317 (8.1%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 267 (5.3%) | 337 (8.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 171 (3.4%) | 165 (4.2%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 35 (0.7%) | 36 (0.9%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 208 (4.2%) | 302 (7.7%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 218 (4.4%) | 174 (4.4%) |
| Total | 4,991 (100.0%) | 3,914 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Vilas County
Occupancy by Ownership in Vilas County
Of the total 10,651 dwellings in Vilas County, owner-occupied units account for 8,890 (83.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,761 (16.5%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 8,890 | 83.5% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,761 | 16.5% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 10,651 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Vilas County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 3,483 | 32.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 4,907 | 46.1% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,059 | 9.9% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,202 | 11.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 10,651 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Vilas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 2,613 (75.0%) | 870 (25.0%) |
| 2-Person Household | 4,492 (91.5%) | 415 (8.5%) |
| 3-Person Household | 843 (79.6%) | 216 (20.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 942 (78.4%) | 260 (21.6%) |
| Total Housing Units | 8,890 (83.5%) | 1,761 (16.5%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Vilas County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 248 (58.5%) | 176 (41.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,205 (77.0%) | 659 (23.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 3,352 (86.0%) | 544 (14.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 3,085 (89.0%) | 382 (11.0%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Vilas County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 995 | 9.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,079 | 10.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,397 | 13.1% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,585 | 24.3% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 2,747 | 25.8% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 1,338 | 12.6% |
| 85 Years and Over | 510 | 4.8% |
| Total | 10,651 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Vilas County
Median Income by Occupancy in Vilas County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 8,890 (83.5%) | $68,234 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,761 (16.5%) | $44,740 |
| Average | 10,651 (100.0%) | $63,726 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Vilas County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 178 (2.0%) | 69 (3.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 175 (2.0%) | 70 (4.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 183 (2.1%) | 79 (4.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 223 (2.5%) | 75 (4.3%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 319 (3.6%) | 77 (4.4%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 825 (9.3%) | 365 (20.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,153 (13.0%) | 266 (15.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,849 (20.8%) | 286 (16.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,442 (16.2%) | 222 (12.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,363 (15.3%) | 149 (8.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,180 (13.3%) | 103 (5.9%) |
| Total | 8,890 (100.0%) | 1,761 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Vilas County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 721 (8.1%) | 67 (3.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 1,758 (19.8%) | 206 (11.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,700 (19.1%) | 569 (32.3%) |
| $800 to $999 | 830 (9.3%) | 294 (16.7%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,773 (19.9%) | 325 (18.5%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 1,153 (13.0%) | 53 (3.0%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 393 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 183 (2.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 379 (4.3%) | 4 (0.2%) |
| Total | 8,890 (100.0%) | 1,761 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Vilas County
Housing Structures in Vilas County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 9,072 | 85.2% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 268 | 2.5% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 156 | 1.5% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 150 | 1.4% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 174 | 1.6% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 297 | 2.8% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 534 | 5.0% |
| Total | 10,651 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Vilas County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 8,115 (89.4%) | 957 (10.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 174 (64.9%) | 94 (35.1%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 41 (26.3%) | 115 (73.7%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 13 (8.7%) | 137 (91.3%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 54 (31.0%) | 120 (69.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 7 (2.4%) | 290 (97.6%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 486 (91.0%) | 48 (9.0%) |
| Total | 8,890 (83.5%) | 1,761 (16.5%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Vilas County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 13 (0.2%) | 52 (2.9%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 639 (7.2%) | 378 (21.5%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 3,300 (37.1%) | 981 (55.7%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,707 (30.4%) | 267 (15.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,231 (25.1%) | 83 (4.7%) |
| Total | 8,890 (100.0%) | 1,761 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Vilas County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 4,497 (50.6%) | 746 (42.4%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 3,229 (36.3%) | 538 (30.5%) |
| Electricity | 527 (5.9%) | 450 (25.6%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 40 (0.4%) | 5 (0.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 591 (6.7%) | 22 (1.3%) |
| No Fuel Used | 6 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 8,890 (100.0%) | 1,761 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Vilas County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 278 (3.1%) | 190 (10.8%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 2,432 (27.4%) | 972 (55.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 4,037 (45.4%) | 377 (21.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,143 (24.1%) | 222 (12.6%) |
| Total | 8,890 (100.0%) | 1,761 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Vilas County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Vilas County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 4,230 | 4,660 |
| Median Property Value | $251,500 | $259,700 |
| Median Household Income | $55,603 | $813 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $463 | $369 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,302 | $95 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Vilas County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 221 (5.2%) | 147 (3.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 450 (10.6%) | 252 (5.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,917 (45.3%) | 2,339 (50.2%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 1,003 (23.7%) | 1,168 (25.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 267 (6.3%) | 445 (9.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 264 (6.2%) | 244 (5.2%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 108 (2.5%) | 65 (1.4%) |
| Total | 4,230 (100.0%) | 4,660 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Vilas County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 258 (6.1%) | 170 (3.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 503 (11.9%) | 95 (2.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 450 (10.6%) | 222 (4.8%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 641 (15.1%) | 375 (8.1%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 863 (20.4%) | 512 (11.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 629 (14.9%) | 986 (21.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 519 (12.3%) | 813 (17.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 367 (8.7%) | 844 (18.1%) |
| Total | 4,230 (100.0%) | 4,660 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Vilas County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 972 (23.0%) | 79,280 (1,701.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 641 (15.1%) | 1,352 (29.0%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 430 (10.2%) | 922 (19.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 2,135 (50.5%) | 577 (12.4%) |
| Total | 4,230 (100.0%) | 4,660 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Vilas County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 347 (8.2%) | 7 (0.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 875 (20.7%) | 347 (7.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 2,559 (60.5%) | 1,234 (26.5%) |
| Total | 4,230 (100.0%) | 4,660 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Vilas County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Vilas County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 992 (92.0%) | 86 (8.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 2,921 (97.3%) | 82 (2.7%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 905 (86.9%) | 137 (13.2%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,407 (83.0%) | 288 (17.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,697 (85.4%) | 291 (14.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,142 (84.3%) | 398 (15.7%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 4,233 (93.0%) | 319 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,261 (99.8%) | 8 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and older | 2,787 (99.6%) | 10 (0.4%) |
| Total | 21,345 (92.9%) | 1,619 (7.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Vilas County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 992 (92.0%) | 86 (8.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 2,921 (97.3%) | 82 (2.7%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 905 (86.9%) | 137 (13.2%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Vilas County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,971 (90.4%) | 209 (9.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 4,066 (91.0%) | 402 (9.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 4,166 (93.3%) | 299 (6.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 4,451 (94.8%) | 246 (5.2%) |
| $100,000 and over | 6,630 (93.5%) | 463 (6.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Vilas County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 423 (39.2%) | 612 (56.8%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,197 (39.9%) | 1,874 (62.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 209 (20.1%) | 714 (68.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 503 (29.7%) | 982 (57.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 382 (19.2%) | 1,394 (70.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 376 (14.8%) | 1,902 (74.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 947 (20.8%) | 3,503 (77.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 4,209 (98.6%) | 2,689 (63.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 2,779 (99.4%) | 2,069 (74.0%) |
| Total | 11,025 (48.0%) | 15,739 (68.5%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Vilas County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 22 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 237 (14.8%) | 57 (4.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 193 (11.9%) | 100 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 543 (11.7%) | 516 (11.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 459 (21.1%) | 315 (15.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 609 (44.4%) | 583 (40.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Vilas County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 22 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 23 (1.4%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 27 (1.7%) | 54 (4.1%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 160 (3.4%) | 46 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 284 (13.0%) | 50 (2.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 384 (28.0%) | 208 (14.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 16 (1.0%) | 17 (1.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (0.8%) | 19 (1.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 59 (1.3%) | 100 (2.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 89 (4.1%) | 55 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 95 (6.9%) | 152 (10.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 235 (14.7%) | 47 (3.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 162 (10.0%) | 37 (2.8%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 186 (4.0%) | 159 (3.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 49 (2.2%) | 55 (2.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 122 (8.9%) | 186 (13.1%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 22 (1.4%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 29 (1.8%) | 7 (0.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 268 (5.8%) | 309 (7.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 178 (8.2%) | 197 (9.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 233 (17.0%) | 405 (28.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 56 (3.5%) | 20 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 134 (2.9%) | 69 (1.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 62 (2.8%) | 44 (2.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 110 (8.0%) | 197 (13.8%) |
Technology Access in Vilas County
Computing Device Access in Vilas County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 8,215 | 77.1% |
| Smartphone | 8,792 | 82.6% |
| Tablet | 6,135 | 57.6% |
| No Computing Device | 829 | 7.8% |
| Total | 10,651 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Vilas County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 90 | 0.8% |
| Broadband Home | 6,412 | 60.2% |
| Cellular Data Only | 1,430 | 13.4% |
| Satellite Internet | 1,461 | 13.7% |
| No Internet | 1,533 | 14.4% |
| Total | 10,651 | 100.0% |
Vilas County Summary
Vilas County is located in the north-central part of Wisconsin, and is part of the state’s Northwoods region. It is bordered by Oneida County to the east, Iron County to the west, and Lincoln County to the south. The county seat is Eagle River, and the largest city is Woodruff. The county was established in 1893 and is named after William F. Vilas, a former United States Secretary of the Interior.
Geography
Vilas County covers an area of 1,902 square miles, making it the largest county in Wisconsin. It is located in the northern part of the state, and is part of the Northwoods region. The county is mostly forested, with the majority of the land being part of the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest. The county is also home to numerous lakes, including the Eagle River Chain of Lakes, which is the largest chain of lakes in the world. The county is also home to the Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest, which is the largest state forest in Wisconsin.
The terrain of Vilas County is mostly hilly and heavily forested. The highest point in the county is located in the town of Cloverland, at an elevation of 1,945 feet. The county is also home to numerous rivers and streams, including the Eagle River, which is the county’s main waterway.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, Vilas County had a population of 21,430. The population density was 11.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.2% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the county was $41,945, and the median income for a family was $50,945. The per capita income for the county was $22,945. About 10.2% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
Vilas County’s economy is largely based on tourism and recreation. The county is home to numerous resorts, campgrounds, and other recreational facilities. The county is also home to numerous lakes, rivers, and streams, which attract visitors from all over the country. The county is also home to numerous logging and lumber companies, as well as several manufacturing companies.
The county is also home to several educational institutions, including the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Northland College, and Nicolet College. The county is also home to several hospitals and medical centers, including the Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff.
Conclusion
Vilas County is a large county located in the north-central part of Wisconsin. It is part of the state’s Northwoods region, and is home to numerous lakes, rivers, and streams. The county’s economy is largely based on tourism and recreation, and it is home to several educational institutions and medical centers. The county has a population of 21,430, and the median income for a household is $41,945.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Vilas County?
Total Population of Vilas County is 23,146.
What is the Total Male Population of Vilas County?
Total Male Population of Vilas County is 12,045.
What is the Total Female Population of Vilas County?
Total Female Population of Vilas County is 11,101.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Vilas County?
There are 108.50 Males per 100 Females in Vilas County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Vilas County?
There are 92.16 Females per 100 Males in Vilas County.
What is the Median Population Age in Vilas County?
Median Population Age in Vilas County is 55.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Vilas County
Average Family Size in Vilas County is 2.6 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Vilas County
Average Household Size in Vilas County is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Vilas County?
Per Capita income in Vilas County is $40,136.
What is the Median Family Income in Vilas County?
Median Family Income in Vilas County is $77,500.
What is the Median Household income in Vilas County?
Median Household Income in Vilas County is $63,726.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Vilas County?
Income or Wage Gap in Vilas County is 33.5%.
Women in Vilas County earn 66.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Vilas County?
Family Income Deficit in Vilas County is $8,477.
Families that are below poverty line in Vilas County earn $8,477 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Vilas County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Vilas County is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Vilas County?
There are 10,665 People in the Labor Forcein in Vilas County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Vilas County?
53.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Vilas County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Vilas County?
Unemployment Rate in Vilas County is 4.6%.