Amherst, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Amherst, Wisconsin had a total population of 1,113, the 376th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $64,922, which is 16% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.
Amherst Quick Facts
How Amherst Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,033 | 1,113 | +7.7% |
| Median household income | $56,833 | $64,922 | +14.2% |
| Median home value | $218,000 | $244,300 | +12.1% |
How Amherst Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 37 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Amherst Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Portage County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Point | 25,785 | $58,031 | 16.6% | $195,400 |
| Plover | 13,884 | $88,042 | 9.2% | $269,800 |
| Whiting | 1,493 | $73,063 | 6.5% | $220,000 |
| Polonia | 776 | $119,154 | 3.4% | $342,700 |
| Bancroft | 673 | $77,059 | 17.2% | $98,200 |
| Park Ridge | 626 | $96,750 | 4.6% | $287,800 |
| Rosholt | 460 | $66,250 | 6.1% | $193,800 |
| Almond | 441 | $72,431 | 10.9% | $153,800 |
| Amherst Junction | 341 | $106,250 | 2.4% | $314,300 |
| Junction City | 311 | $62,778 | 21.2% | $145,300 |
Cities Similar to Amherst
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood | 1,100 | $65,112 | $119,500 | 12.8% | 13.7% |
| Darien | 1,126 | $63,194 | $211,600 | 16.9% | 9.6% |
| Elk Mound | 1,096 | $66,875 | $150,000 | 22.0% | 12.2% |
| Luck | 1,124 | $68,606 | $167,500 | 22.5% | 9.9% |
| Rio | 1,141 | $67,833 | $196,100 | 19.7% | 17.5% |
Population Overview
Amherst is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Portage County. The total population is 1,113. It ranks as the 376th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Amherst is 50.3 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Amherst is $64,922. This is 16% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.6%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 75% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $244,300. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 67.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
Amherst has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.0%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.
Education
34.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% higher than the state rate of 33.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Amherst, Wisconsin is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Wisconsin state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Amherst, Wisconsin?
Amherst, Wisconsin has a population of 1,113 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Amherst, WI?
The median household income in Amherst is $64,922, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Amherst, WI?
The poverty rate in Amherst is 6.6%. This means approximately 73 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Amherst, Wisconsin?
Amherst's population is 96.3% White, 0.1% Black, 3.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Amherst, WI?
The median home value in Amherst is $244,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Amherst, Wisconsin?
34.3% of adults (25+) in Amherst hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.