The demographics of Oconto City are quite diverse, and the town has a diverse population. According to the most recent U.S. Census Bureau data, the median age of residents was 39.6 years. Twenty-four percent of the population was under 18 years old, and 8.9% were between the ages of 25 and 44. Twenty-seven percent of residents were aged 45 to 64, and fifteen percent were 65 and older. The city has a male to female ratio of 50:1, with males outnumbering females.
Oconto City is located at the mouth of the Oconto River, which feeds into Lake Michigan. The city's population has remained fairly stable throughout the 20th century, according to historical census data. However, the number of residents has increased recently. The population is now estimated at around 1,600.
In the 2020 U.S. Census, Oconto, WI was home to 4,52k people. The majority of the population was born in the U.S., while 0.974% of the population was foreign-born. The most common racial or ethnic group in Oconto was White (Non-Hispanic), with an additional 85 people belonging to Hispanic or Two+ (Non-Hispanic) minorities.
The poverty rate in Oconto City, WI is 10.1% lower than the state's average, while the neighboring towns of Shawano and Sister Bay have higher rates. The median gross rent in Oconto, WI is $560 per month.