Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
18%
Sheboygan
Sheboygan, WI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,087
Population
48,810
Renter Mix
43% Rent
A classic Wisconsin beach town
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Fishing
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Boating
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Midwest
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Located along Lake Michigan's western shore, Sheboygan combines outdoor recreation with small-city appeal. The city has earned recognition as the "Malibu of the Midwest" for its Lake Michigan surfing opportunities. The rental market offers affordable options, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,043, reflecting a 2.9% increase over the past year. Housing options include apartments in the downtown district and residential communities near North Point with Lake Michigan views. The city proudly celebrates its designation as the "Bratwurst Capital of the World," highlighting its rich German heritage.
Sheboygan features numerous recreational spaces, including Deland Park, which houses the Sheboygan Hmong Memorial and the Lottie Cooper shipwreck display. The John Michael Kohler Arts Center showcases contemporary art exhibitions and performances, while the Art Preserve offers an additional museum experience. The city's expanding trail network includes the Shoreline 400 Trail and lakefront paths for walking and cycling. The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Sheboygan Campus enhances educational opportunities in the area. Local festivals and events throughout the year celebrate the community's heritage through food, music, and traditions.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$54,169
Average: $66,143
Education
10,020
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
25,592
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Sheboygan has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
43%
Non-Renters
57%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
15%
Other Education
85%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Sheboygan, WI is $977 for a studio, $1,092 for one bedroom, $1,330 for two bedrooms, and $1,571 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sheboygan has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,092/month
720 Sq Ft
House
$1,539/month
761 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Sheboygan, WI is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
394 Students
Lake Country Academy - Charter
Public
Grades PK-8
435 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
357 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
172 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
481 Students
Lake Country Academy - Charter
Public
Grades PK-8
435 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
205 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
514 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
61 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
583 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,537 Students
George D Warriner High School For Personalized Lea
Public
Grades 9-12
116 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
82 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,131 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
186 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Above and Beyond Children's Museum
- Maywood - Ellwood H. May Environmental Park
- Kohler-Andrae State Park
Military Bases
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.