Big Foot Prairie, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Big Foot Prairie, Wisconsin had a total population of 136, the 736th largest community in Wisconsin. The poverty rate is 27.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (27.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Big Foot Prairie Quick Facts
How Big Foot Prairie 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 | 159 | 136 | -14.5% |
How Big Foot Prairie 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+)
Big Foot Prairie Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Walworth County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitewater | 15,807 | $54,969 | 26.8% | $229,400 |
| Elkhorn | 10,221 | $77,649 | 7.6% | $273,600 |
| Delavan | 8,689 | $65,357 | 10.2% | $218,800 |
| Lake Geneva | 8,521 | $75,629 | 10.7% | $343,800 |
| East Troy | 4,978 | $79,669 | 10.2% | $299,600 |
| Bloomfield | 4,780 | $98,068 | 7.5% | $236,100 |
| Williams Bay | 2,981 | $84,113 | 8.7% | $444,700 |
| Walworth | 2,759 | $70,208 | 18.1% | $290,600 |
| Delavan Lake | 2,757 | $83,550 | 6.7% | $355,500 |
| Como | 2,197 | $75,266 | 3.2% | $278,400 |
Cities Similar to Big Foot Prairie
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayfront | 135 | $99,213 | $343,300 | 31.2% | 3.0% |
| Elderon | 135 | $65,417 | $153,300 | 8.8% | 12.6% |
| Cataract | 138 | $51,964 | $212,500 | 32.4% | 9.2% |
| Grand View | 138 | $68,750 | $105,700 | 15.9% | 14.5% |
| Big Falls | 134 | N/A | $76,000 | 39.3% | 3.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 136, Big Foot Prairie's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Big Foot Prairie is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Walworth County. The total population is 136. It ranks as the 736th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Big Foot Prairie is 24.6 years. This is 39% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 27.9%. This is 165% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Big Foot Prairie, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 31.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 53% lower than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Big Foot Prairie is Hispanic or Latino, making up 76.5% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 23.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (23.5%) is well below the state average of 78.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (76.5% vs 8.0%).
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 7.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Big Foot Prairie, 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 Big Foot Prairie, Wisconsin?
Big Foot Prairie, Wisconsin has a population of 136 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Big Foot Prairie, WI?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Big Foot Prairie — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Big Foot Prairie, WI?
The poverty rate in Big Foot Prairie is 27.9%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Big Foot Prairie, Wisconsin?
Big Foot Prairie's population is 23.5% White, 0.0% Black, 76.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Big Foot Prairie, WI?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Big Foot Prairie — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Big Foot Prairie, Wisconsin?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Big Foot Prairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.