Brothertown, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Brothertown, Wisconsin had a total population of 258, the 655th largest community in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $56,132, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 19.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Brothertown Quick Facts
How Brothertown 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 | 216 | 258 | +19.4% |
| Median household income | $56,299 | $56,132 | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $219,500 | $214,200 | -2.4% |
How Brothertown 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+)
Brothertown Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Calumet County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison | 13,658 | $121,504 | 2.2% | $348,500 |
| Chilton | 4,049 | $82,923 | 7.8% | $161,900 |
| Brillion | 3,299 | $57,955 | 12.8% | $198,900 |
| Sherwood | 3,252 | $109,524 | 4.3% | $351,200 |
| New Holstein | 3,075 | $59,667 | 5.1% | $178,700 |
| Hilbert | 988 | $61,000 | 14.3% | $167,300 |
| Stockbridge | 771 | $59,167 | 4.0% | $372,700 |
| Forest Junction | 594 | $62,250 | 2.2% | $212,100 |
| Potter | 221 | $68,750 | 3.2% | $177,100 |
Cities Similar to Brothertown
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genoa | 273 | $58,750 | $203,100 | 16.6% | 11.0% |
| Rewey | 238 | $55,000 | $114,800 | 23.0% | 18.6% |
| Ironton | 271 | $50,938 | $105,400 | 8.5% | 17.0% |
| Downing | 271 | $61,875 | $168,300 | 13.1% | 6.3% |
| Aniwa | 245 | $50,417 | $80,000 | 9.8% | 14.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 258, Brothertown'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
Brothertown is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Calumet County. The total population is 258. It ranks as the 655th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Brothertown is 54.3 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Brothertown is $56,132. This is 28% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 19.4%. This is 84% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Brothertown, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $214,200. Housing costs are 20% lower than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 47% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Brothertown has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.1%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.
Education
10.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 95.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Brothertown, 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 Brothertown, Wisconsin?
Brothertown, Wisconsin has a population of 258 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Brothertown, WI?
The median household income in Brothertown is $56,132, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Brothertown, WI?
The poverty rate in Brothertown is 19.4%. This means approximately 50 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Brothertown, Wisconsin?
Brothertown's population is 92.3% White, 3.5% Black, 3.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Brothertown, WI?
The median home value in Brothertown is $214,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Brothertown, Wisconsin?
10.5% of adults (25+) in Brothertown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.