Langlade County

As of the latest census, Langlade County, Wisconsin, has a population of approximately 19,000 residents. The racial makeup is predominantly White (about 96%), with small percentages of Native American (around 1.5%), Hispanic or Latino (about 1%), and other races. The median age is roughly 47 years, and the median household income is approximately $47,000. Housing units total about 10,500, with an average household size of 2.3 persons. The county spans 888 square miles, largely rural, with a population density of about 21 people per square mile.

As of the latest data, Langlade County, WI has a median home value of approximately $137,000. The median household income is around $49,238. The homeownership rate stands at about 75%, while the median gross rent is approximately $685 per month. The county comprises around 8,500 housing units, with the vacancy rate at roughly 15%. The average household size is 2.3 persons. The housing stock primarily consists of single-family homes, and the area experiences modest growth with a relatively stable real estate market.

As of the 2022 midterm elections, Langlade County, WI, saw participation in several key races. In the governor's race, Republican candidate Tim Michels received 5,071 votes (64.95%), while Democratic incumbent Tony Evers garnered 2,650 votes (33.96%). The U.S. Senate race had Republican Ron Johnson obtaining 4,734 votes (61.17%) compared to Democrat Mandela Barnes' 2,925 votes (37.81%).

For the U.S. House of Representatives in Wisconsin's 7th District, incumbent Republican Tom Tiffany earned 5,332 votes (69.59%), outpacing Democratic challenger Richard Ausman, who received 2,321 votes (30.28%). Additionally, in local races such as the County Sheriff, incumbent Republican candidate Mark Westen ran unopposed and received overwhelming support.

These numbers reflect the county's predominantly Republican voting patterns. Exact candidate lists and vote counts can vary with each election cycle, so official county sources should be consulted for the most current information.

Langlade County, WI, has relatively lower educational attainment compared to state and national averages. As of recent data, approximately 88.5% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, compared to the national average of 91.8% and the Wisconsin state average of 92.9%. About 15.4% of Langlade County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, whereas the national average is 33.1% and the Wisconsin state average is 30.1%. These figures indicate that, while a majority of residents have completed high school, the county lags in higher education attainment relative to broader averages.

As of the most recent data, Langlade County in Wisconsin has an employment rate that mirrors many rural counties in the United States. In 2021, the county had an unemployment rate of around 3.5%, compared to the national average of 5.3% and the Wisconsin state average of about 3.9%.

The largest industries in Langlade County include manufacturing, healthcare and social assistance, and retail trade. Manufacturing represents about 22% of employment, significantly higher than the national average of approximately 8.5% and the Wisconsin state average of 16%. This strong manufacturing presence is reflective of the county's robust agricultural and natural resources sector. Healthcare and social assistance make up about 17% of employment, aligning closely with both state and national trends. Retail trade employs about 15% of the workforce, in line with national figures but slightly above the Wisconsin state average of 12%.

As of the latest data, Langlade County, WI, has a median household income of approximately $49,000. In comparison, the median household income for Wisconsin is around $63,000, and for the United States, it is roughly $68,700.

Langlade County's income level is notably below both the state and national averages. This discrepancy reflects broader economic challenges in more rural areas like Langlade compared to urbanized and industrial regions in both Wisconsin and across the country.

As of the most recent data available, Langlade County, Wisconsin, has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The crime rate per 1,000 residents in Langlade County is approximately 12.5 for 2020.

Violent crimes, including homicide, rape, robbery, and assault, remain infrequent. Property crimes like burglary, larceny-theft, and motor vehicle theft are more common but still lower than urban areas.