Blanchardville, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Blanchardville, Wisconsin had a total population of 734, the 458th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $64,531, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.
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 0.5%.
Blanchardville Quick Facts
How Blanchardville 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 | 659 | 734 | +11.4% |
| Median household income | $66,161 | $64,531 | -2.5% |
| Median home value | $165,200 | $172,200 | +4.2% |
How Blanchardville 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+)
Blanchardville Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Iowa County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodgeville | 5,042 | $72,288 | 6.3% | $242,600 |
| Mineral Point | 2,559 | $81,000 | 3.5% | $212,200 |
| Barneveld | 1,416 | $113,542 | 4.6% | $285,200 |
| Arena | 883 | $69,063 | 2.2% | $194,400 |
| Highland | 867 | $67,344 | 12.8% | $153,500 |
| Ridgeway | 594 | $88,125 | 16.5% | $202,700 |
| Linden | 553 | $62,273 | 6.7% | $167,500 |
| Avoca | 473 | $53,750 | 19.6% | $115,400 |
| Cobb | 403 | $79,196 | 15.9% | $176,300 |
| Hollandale | 327 | $71,250 | 4.3% | $174,000 |
Cities Similar to Blanchardville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eleva | 747 | $65,000 | $175,400 | 18.5% | 10.0% |
| Lone Rock | 734 | $60,375 | $115,900 | 10.2% | 11.8% |
| Eden | 732 | $69,167 | $163,100 | 26.4% | 10.4% |
| Alma Center | 713 | $68,250 | $142,500 | 13.0% | 7.1% |
| Lyndon Station | 720 | $70,694 | $150,400 | 4.7% | 16.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 734, Blanchardville'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
Blanchardville is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Iowa County. The total population is 734. It ranks as the 458th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Blanchardville is 40.9 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Blanchardville is $64,531. This is 17% 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 7.1%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.5%. This is 86% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $172,200. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Blanchardville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Blanchardville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.9% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.7%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
20.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 94.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Blanchardville, 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 Blanchardville, Wisconsin?
Blanchardville, Wisconsin has a population of 734 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Blanchardville, WI?
The median household income in Blanchardville is $64,531, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Blanchardville, WI?
The poverty rate in Blanchardville is 7.1%. This means approximately 52 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Blanchardville, Wisconsin?
Blanchardville's population is 93.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Blanchardville, WI?
The median home value in Blanchardville is $172,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Blanchardville, Wisconsin?
20.2% of adults (25+) in Blanchardville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.