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Chippewa Falls city, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026

As of 2026, Chippewa Falls city, Wisconsin has a total population of 14,643, the 63rd largest city in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $62,133, which is 18% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.6%.

Chippewa Falls city Quick Facts

Population 14,643
Median Household Income $62,133
Median Home Value $194,800
Poverty Rate 12.6%
Unemployment Rate 5.2%
Median Age 38.6 years
Homeownership Rate 53.9%
Affordability Ratio 3.1x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 22.7%
High School Graduation Rate 94.2%
Diversity Index 19/100
Population 14,643 63rd of 807
Median Income $62,133 below average
Poverty Rate 12.6% 1% higher national
Median Home Value $194,800 average

How Chippewa Falls city Compares

Economy & Housing

Employment

5.2% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3% | National: 5.2%
62.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 53.9%
Renter 46.1%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

19out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 36 | National average: 60

Education

Chippewa Falls city Rankings in Wisconsin

#63 Population of 807
#497 Median Income of 807
#372 Education of 807
#340 Home Value of 807

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Other Cities in Chippewa County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Bloomer city 3,691 $55,595 6.8% $194,000
Cadott village 1,495 $72,917 13.4% $171,500
Cornell city 1,331 $60,667 12.5% $142,100
New Auburn village 550 $67,981 11.6% $164,400
Boyd village 537 $60,096 17.9% $124,800

Cities Similar to Chippewa Falls city

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Hartford city15,761$74,252$261,30029.3%8.9%
Weston village15,784$75,565$215,90024.0%7.7%
Beaver Dam city16,629$68,757$189,80027.3%5.5%
Menomonie city16,548$54,587$203,80038.1%18.4%
Whitewater city15,705$49,000$211,80035.7%29.2%

Population Overview

Chippewa Falls city is a small city located in Wisconsin, within Chippewa County. The total population is 14,643. It ranks as the 63rd most populous out of 807 cities and towns in Wisconsin.

Age Demographics

The median age in Chippewa Falls city is 38.6 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 40.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Chippewa Falls city is $62,133. This is 18% lower than the state median of $75,670. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 21% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 19% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 5.2%. This is 57% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $194,800. Housing costs are 21% lower than the state median of $247,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 53.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% lower than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Chippewa Falls city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 7.8%. The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

22.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% 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 94.2%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Chippewa Falls city, 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 Chippewa Falls city, Wisconsin?

Chippewa Falls city, Wisconsin has a population of 14,643 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Chippewa Falls city, WI?

The median household income in Chippewa Falls city is $62,133, which is 21% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Chippewa Falls city, WI?

The poverty rate in Chippewa Falls city is 12.6%. This means approximately 1,725 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Chippewa Falls city, Wisconsin?

Chippewa Falls city's population is 89.8% White, 3.0% Black, 1.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Chippewa Falls city, WI?

The median home value in Chippewa Falls city is $194,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

How educated is Chippewa Falls city, Wisconsin?

22.7% of adults (25+) in Chippewa Falls city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.