Two options exist for obtaining certified copies of Vital Records occurred in the state of Wisconsin: one of them is requesting them at the State office, and the second one is obtaining them through the County Recorder's Office, the Local Health Department or the city or town's Civil Registration office. Bear in mind that county offices generally provide faster processing times and more payment flexibility, since you may be able to obtain your records within one week, and may be provided the option to pay issuance fees by credit card, either by phone, fax or online.
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The Racine County Registrar of Vital Statistics provides you with birth, death, and marriage certificates. This Vital Records office may be reached through the telephone number or email address given below. It is also possible to order your vital records online through the official website of the County Vital Records office. To obtain a copy of a divorce decree, you will need to contact the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the divorce was granted. Death records are sometimes available only from a certain year onwards; this can be verified with the county recorder. Please note that official information is provided by government sites only, so contact information provided below may not be up to date. The Vital Records office in the County of Racine serves all of the following towns and cities in Wisconsin:
- Burlington
- Elmwood Park
- North Bay
- Racine
- Rochester
- Sturtevant
- Union Grove
- Waterford
- Wind Point
- Caledonia
- Mount Pleasant
If you need to get a certificate from a different county in Wisconsin such as Milwaukee County, Dane County, Waukesha County, Brown County, Outagamie County, then you can follow this link.
Racine County Vital Statistics
Racine County, Wisconsin, is home to a population of approximately 196,400 residents. In recent statistics, the county saw 2,876 births, contributing to a community where the average life expectancy stands at 78.9 years. Alongside these births, there were also 1,837 deaths recorded, reflecting the vital records information that helps inform public health initiatives. The marriage statistics reveal that 1,212 unions formed, while 646 divorces were also documented, showcasing the various stages of life experienced by its residents. Interestingly, the infant mortality rate in Racine County is noted at 5.6, a significant figure for families and healthcare providers alike. Understanding these key statistics is essential for anyone looking to grasp the demographic trends of the county. For those interested in further details about birth and death records, marriage statistics, or any other vital records information, we invite you to explore more about the local vital records office.