Black Earth, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Black Earth, Wisconsin had a total population of 1,736, the 290th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $75,625, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Black Earth Quick Facts
How Black Earth 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 | 1,724 | 1,736 | +0.7% |
| Median household income | $72,667 | $75,625 | +4.1% |
| Median home value | $268,500 | $290,800 | +8.3% |
How Black Earth 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+)
Black Earth Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Dane County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison | 278,001 | $78,050 | 16.4% | $372,900 |
| Sun Prairie | 37,570 | $90,942 | 6.2% | $365,700 |
| Fitchburg | 32,619 | $86,516 | 9.3% | $417,200 |
| Middleton | 22,301 | $89,524 | 7.6% | $484,200 |
| Waunakee | 15,687 | $125,220 | 2.8% | $515,900 |
| Verona | 15,232 | $119,606 | 1.4% | $420,400 |
| Stoughton | 13,033 | $79,551 | 7.1% | $293,500 |
| Oregon | 11,547 | $102,978 | 4.7% | $417,200 |
| DeForest | 11,501 | $106,419 | 5.7% | $359,600 |
| Windsor | 9,452 | $120,048 | 4.5% | $425,600 |
Cities Similar to Black Earth
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Lake | 1,780 | $75,000 | $174,900 | 17.9% | 10.4% |
| Galesville | 1,742 | $71,429 | $232,000 | 23.6% | 12.3% |
| Legend Lake | 1,717 | $80,184 | $129,600 | 25.4% | 9.0% |
| Fall River | 1,678 | $72,167 | $243,700 | 26.1% | 9.5% |
| Spencer | 1,686 | $69,750 | $155,400 | 14.6% | 2.1% |
Population Overview
Black Earth is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Dane County. The total population is 1,736. It ranks as the 290th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Black Earth is 41.7 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Black Earth is $75,625. This is 2% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.1%. This is 43% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 15% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $290,800. Housing costs are 9% higher than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 86.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 27% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Black Earth has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.2%.
Education
28.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% 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 98.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Black Earth, 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 Black Earth, Wisconsin?
Black Earth, Wisconsin has a population of 1,736 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Black Earth, WI?
The median household income in Black Earth is $75,625, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Black Earth, WI?
The poverty rate in Black Earth is 6.1%. This means approximately 103 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Black Earth, Wisconsin?
Black Earth's population is 90.1% White, 0.0% Black, 5.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Black Earth, WI?
The median home value in Black Earth is $290,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Black Earth, Wisconsin?
28.1% of adults (25+) in Black Earth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.