Big Falls village, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Big Falls village, Wisconsin Demographics
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As of 2026, Big Falls village, Wisconsin has a total population of 157, the 717th largest city in Wisconsin, with a median household income of N/A. The poverty rate is 14.6%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.

Big Falls village Quick Facts

Population 157

Median Household Income N/A

Median Home Value $73,300

Poverty Rate 14.6%

Unemployment Rate 2.0%

Median Age 60.1 years

Homeownership Rate 78.8%

Affordability Ratio N/A

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 35.4%

High School Graduation Rate 86.4%

Diversity Index 11/100

Population 157 717th of 807

Median Income N/A

Poverty Rate 14.6% 18% higher national

Median Home Value $73,300 bottom 10%

How Big Falls village Compares

Median Household Income

$75,670

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Big Falls village

$73,300

$247,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 31.8%

$25K-$50K 16.5%

$50K-$100K 8.2%

$100K+ 43.5%

Employment

2.0% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3% | National: 5.2%

67.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.8%

Renter 21.2%

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

4.5%

18-34

1.9%

35-54

37.6%

55-74

44.0%

75+

12.1%

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+)

Big Falls village Rankings in Wisconsin

#717 Population of 807

N/A Median Income of 807

#150 Education of 807

#781 Home Value of 807

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Other Cities in Waupaca County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
New London city	7,492	$61,447	17.5%	$162,800
Waupaca city	6,314	$52,586	10.7%	$177,600
Clintonville city	4,553	$55,960	19.6%	$111,900
Weyauwega city	1,760	$64,549	10.0%	$137,200
Manawa city	1,317	$79,432	9.8%	$146,200
Marion city	1,167	$63,750	18.9%	$97,500
Fremont village	592	$71,875	13.2%	$210,200
Scandinavia village	365	$66,875	3.0%	$166,100
Embarrass village	338	$62,750	10.3%	$133,300
Ogdensburg village	166	$65,833	13.9%	$93,300

Cities Similar to Big Falls village

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Drummond CDP	156	$65,625	$131,300	28.3%	26.8%
Big Foot Prairie CDP	159	N/A	N/A	0.0%	46.1%
Weyerhaeuser village	155	$51,250	$96,300	6.0%	18.7%
Goodman CDP	160	$43,854	$78,000	9.9%	10.0%
Springfield CDP	154	N/A	N/A	66.7%	0.0%

Population Overview

Big Falls village is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Waupaca County. The total population is 157. It ranks as the 717th most populous out of 807 cities and towns in Wisconsin.

Age Demographics

The median age in Big Falls village is 60.1 years. This is 50% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. Only 4.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 12.1% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The poverty rate stands at 14.6%. This is 38% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $73,300. Housing costs are 70% lower than the state median of $247,400. 78.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Big Falls village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.7%.

Education

35.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% higher 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 86.4%. Notably, 32.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Big Falls village, 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 Big Falls village, Wisconsin?

Big Falls village, Wisconsin has a population of 157 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Big Falls village, WI?

The median household income in Big Falls village is N/A, which is the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Big Falls village, WI?

The poverty rate in Big Falls village is 14.6%. This means approximately 23 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Big Falls village, Wisconsin?

Big Falls village's population is 94.3% White, 0.0% Black, 5.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Big Falls village, WI?

The median home value in Big Falls village is $73,300.

How educated is Big Falls village, Wisconsin?

35.4% of adults (25+) in Big Falls village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 32.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.