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Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Census Bureau reports Wisconsin Rapids population was 17,691 in 2020

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Wisconsin Rapids had a population of 17,691 people in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Central Wisconsin News.

The median age was 39, with 54.1 percent of the total population being female and 45.9 percent male.

The state's total population in 2020 was 5,806,975.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau’s American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed.

Wisconsin Rapids population by sex

Estimated NumberPercent of total population
Male8,12745.9
Female9,56454.1
Total Population17,691100