Housing in Racine County

The inside story on rent prices
Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024

Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.

Rent in Racine County averages $1,080/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Wisconsin median of $1,087 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 28% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.

HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Racine County FMR Area are $907 for a studio, $1,052 for 1‑bedroom, $1,315 for 2‑bedroom, $1,695 for 3‑bedroom, and $2,089 for 4‑bedroom.

HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $235 increase for a 2-bedroom in Racine County shows a 22% rise over that period.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Racine County was 3.5% in 2024, compared to Wisconsin at 3.0% and the national rate of 4.0%.

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22.2
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