Alma city, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Alma city, Wisconsin Demographics
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As of 2026, Alma city, Wisconsin has a total population of 792, the 439th largest city in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $56,284, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.4%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.3%.

Alma city Quick Facts

Population 792

Median Household Income $56,284

Median Home Value $174,500

Poverty Rate 11.4%

Unemployment Rate 0.3%

Median Age 55.0 years

Homeownership Rate 65.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.1%

High School Graduation Rate 90.6%

Diversity Index 23/100

Population 792 439th of 807

Median Income $56,284 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 11.4% 9% lower national

Median Home Value $174,500 average

How Alma city Compares

Median Household Income

Alma city

$56,284

$75,670

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Alma city

$174,500

$247,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 21.5%

$25K-$50K 17.0%

$50K-$100K 40.7%

$100K+ 20.8%

Employment

0.3% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3% | National: 5.2%

45.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 65.1%

Renter 34.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

10.1%

18-34

13.9%

35-54

26.1%

55-74

35.5%

75+

14.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 36 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Alma city Rankings in Wisconsin

#439 Population of 807

#599 Median Income of 807

#213 Education of 807

#403 Home Value of 807

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Other Cities in Buffalo County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Mondovi city	2,843	$48,688	17.0%	$166,100
Buffalo City city	916	$62,917	9.2%	$165,900
Fountain City city	747	$51,759	10.3%	$161,700
Cochrane village	467	$87,813	4.8%	$131,300
Nelson village	351	$65,625	11.6%	$154,200

Cities Similar to Alma city

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Stockbridge village	791	$57,663	N/A	18.4%	4.1%
Shiocton village	776	$56,146	$165,800	9.0%	10.7%
Lone Rock village	821	$55,417	$111,400	10.2%	12.7%
Dorchester village	818	$54,750	$142,000	10.2%	14.1%
Iron River CDP	752	$55,294	$152,100	24.8%	9.1%

Population Overview

Alma city is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Buffalo County. The total population is 792. It ranks as the 439th most populous out of 807 cities and towns in Wisconsin.

Age Demographics

The median age in Alma city is 55.0 years. This is 37% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 10.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 14.4% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Alma city is $56,284. This is 26% lower than the state median of $75,670. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 28% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 7% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.3%. This is 91% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $174,500. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $247,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 65.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% lower than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Alma city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 7.8%.

Education

30.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 32.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Alma city, Wisconsin is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Wisconsin state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 807 Census-designated places in Wisconsin. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Alma city, Wisconsin?

Alma city, Wisconsin has a population of 792 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Alma city, WI?

The median household income in Alma city is $56,284, which is 28% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Alma city, WI?

The poverty rate in Alma city is 11.4%. This means approximately 88 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Alma city, Wisconsin?

Alma city's population is 87.1% White, 0.0% Black, 3.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Alma city, WI?

The median home value in Alma city is $174,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Alma city, Wisconsin?

30.1% of adults (25+) in Alma city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.