Birchwood, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Birchwood, Wisconsin had a total population of 451, the 558th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $54,091, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 30% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Birchwood Quick Facts
How Birchwood 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 | 404 | 451 | +11.6% |
| Median household income | $58,750 | $54,091 | -7.9% |
| Median home value | $146,900 | $141,900 | -3.4% |
How Birchwood 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+)
Birchwood Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Washburn County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spooner | 2,278 | $44,737 | 21.6% | $165,500 |
| Shell Lake | 1,459 | $57,500 | 8.9% | $229,400 |
| Minong | 678 | $31,875 | 31.1% | $133,600 |
| Trego | 142 | $51,250 | 10.6% | $151,400 |
| Springbrook | 77 | $44,375 | 33.8% | $107,100 |
Cities Similar to Birchwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Endeavor | 458 | $55,313 | $147,900 | 10.4% | 16.6% |
| Avoca | 473 | $53,750 | $115,400 | 3.8% | 19.6% |
| Poy Sippi | 433 | $52,750 | $145,000 | 12.1% | 10.6% |
| Hancock | 471 | $51,071 | $155,000 | 5.6% | 23.8% |
| Rudolph | 466 | $59,375 | $180,900 | 11.2% | 14.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 451, Birchwood'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
Birchwood is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Washburn County. The total population is 451. It ranks as the 558th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Birchwood is 35.1 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Birchwood is $54,091. This is 30% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 33% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 11% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $141,900. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Birchwood is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 60.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% lower than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Birchwood has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.
Education
10.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 70% lower 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 90.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Birchwood, 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 Birchwood, Wisconsin?
Birchwood, Wisconsin has a population of 451 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Birchwood, WI?
The median household income in Birchwood is $54,091, which is 33% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Birchwood, WI?
The poverty rate in Birchwood is 12.3%. This means approximately 55 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Birchwood, Wisconsin?
Birchwood's population is 98.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Birchwood, WI?
The median home value in Birchwood is $141,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Birchwood, Wisconsin?
10.2% of adults (25+) in Birchwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.