Why it Matters: It can be argued there is a correlation between population
loss and fiscal problems. Population loss can result in a general weakening of a locality's economy and
could be caused by a loss of a major employer, demographic shift or other factors.
Local governments are often unable to reduce expenditures to match a growth decline or loss of revenue due
to departing taxpayers. (n007)
Data Source: The historical data presented has been loaded from information provided by the US Census Bureau or by the State Treasurer or Comptroller's office. Current and future year data has been entered by the municipality based on current budget and forecast information, or by Munetrix from available audited or budget information found in the public domain or provided by the jurisdiction itself. (n032)
(o124)
Data Table
County
Type
Population
Square Miles
Population per Square Mile
*Rank
Kenosha County
County
168,998
754
619.42
1
Milwaukee County
County
949,180
1,190
3930.2
2
Ozaukee County
County
89,179
1,116
384.48
3
Racine County
County
195,859
792
588.04
4
Walworth County
County
103,391
576
186.19
5
Washington County
County
135,529
436
314.57
6
Waukesha County
County
402,637
580
724.72
7
*Rank is based on Population per Square Mile from least dense to most dense