Browns Lake CDP, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Browns Lake CDP, Wisconsin Demographics
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As of 2026, Browns Lake CDP, Wisconsin has a total population of 1,766, the 284th largest city in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $105,662, which is 40% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 40% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Wisconsin.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.0%.

Browns Lake CDP Quick Facts

Population 1,766

Median Household Income $105,662

Median Home Value $298,000

Poverty Rate 13.3%

Unemployment Rate 0.0%

Median Age 55.7 years

Homeownership Rate 97.5%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.5%

High School Graduation Rate 92.5%

Diversity Index 0/100

Population 1,766 284th of 807

Median Income $105,662 top 10%

Poverty Rate 13.3% 7% higher national

Median Home Value $298,000 top 20%

How Browns Lake CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Browns Lake CDP

$105,662

$75,670

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Browns Lake CDP

$298,000

$247,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.3%

$25K-$50K 11.5%

$50K-$100K 30.6%

$100K+ 50.6%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3% | National: 5.2%

48.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 97.5%

Renter 2.5%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.6%

18-34

10.7%

35-54

21.9%

55-74

42.8%

75+

8.0%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 36 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Browns Lake CDP Rankings in Wisconsin

#284 Population of 807

#69 Median Income of 807

#305 Education of 807

#113 Home Value of 807

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Cities Similar to Browns Lake CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Fontana-on-Geneva Lake village	1,633	$104,583	$555,800	59.0%	7.1%
Brice Prairie CDP	1,858	$90,795	$279,700	38.0%	1.8%
Mazomanie village	1,705	$86,750	$277,800	27.2%	10.3%
Fox Lake city	1,765	$78,409	$171,300	18.8%	11.5%
Eagle village	2,016	$109,545	$310,100	27.4%	3.1%

Population Overview

Browns Lake CDP is a small community located in Wisconsin. The total population is 1,766. It ranks as the 284th most populous out of 807 cities and towns in Wisconsin.

Age Demographics

The median age in Browns Lake CDP is 55.7 years. This is 39% higher than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Browns Lake CDP is $105,662. This is 40% higher than the state median of $75,670. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 35% higher. The poverty rate stands at 13.3%. This is 25% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 0.0%. This is 100% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $298,000. Housing costs are 20% higher than the state median of $247,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Browns Lake CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 97.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Browns Lake CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 100.0% of all residents.

Education

25.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% lower than the state rate of 32.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Browns Lake CDP, Wisconsin is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Wisconsin state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 807 Census-designated places in Wisconsin. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Browns Lake CDP, Wisconsin?

Browns Lake CDP, Wisconsin has a population of 1,766 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Browns Lake CDP, WI?

The median household income in Browns Lake CDP is $105,662, which is 35% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Browns Lake CDP, WI?

The poverty rate in Browns Lake CDP is 13.3%. This means approximately 234 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Browns Lake CDP, Wisconsin?

Browns Lake CDP's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Browns Lake CDP, WI?

The median home value in Browns Lake CDP is $298,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Browns Lake CDP, Wisconsin?

25.5% of adults (25+) in Browns Lake CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.