Coloma, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Coloma, Wisconsin had a total population of 549, the 518th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $75,000, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
Coloma Quick Facts
How Coloma 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 | 564 | 549 | -2.7% |
| Median household income | $71,875 | $75,000 | +4.3% |
| Median home value | $115,200 | $122,200 | +6.1% |
How Coloma 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+)
Coloma Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Waushara County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berlin | 5,562 | $59,472 | 16.0% | $160,300 |
| Redgranite | 1,938 | $64,345 | 5.4% | $104,100 |
| Wautoma | 1,817 | $32,361 | 26.2% | $131,600 |
| Plainfield | 1,094 | $60,375 | 12.2% | $102,300 |
| Wild Rose | 903 | $48,750 | 14.2% | $110,900 |
| Hancock | 471 | $51,071 | 23.8% | $155,000 |
| Lohrville | 457 | $61,964 | 14.9% | $123,200 |
| Poy Sippi | 433 | $52,750 | 10.6% | $145,000 |
| Pine River | 106 | $42,917 | 16.0% | $197,900 |
| Tustin | 68 | $42,708 | 17.6% | $158,800 |
Cities Similar to Coloma
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Ivanhoe | 558 | $71,250 | $255,900 | 21.7% | 5.0% |
| Waubeka | 573 | $75,859 | $279,400 | 13.3% | 9.1% |
| Bayfield | 565 | $70,982 | $320,100 | 53.6% | 8.5% |
| Livingston | 555 | $66,875 | $166,000 | 16.2% | 9.6% |
| Forestville | 558 | $83,804 | $163,800 | 12.3% | 3.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 549, Coloma'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
Coloma is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Waushara County. The total population is 549. It ranks as the 518th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Coloma is 36.6 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Coloma is $75,000. This is 3% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 7% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.9%. This is 15% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $122,200. Housing costs are 54% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Coloma is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Coloma has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.
Education
10.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 69% 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 87.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Coloma, 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 Coloma, Wisconsin?
Coloma, Wisconsin has a population of 549 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Coloma, WI?
The median household income in Coloma is $75,000, which is 7% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Coloma, WI?
The poverty rate in Coloma is 8.9%. This means approximately 49 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Coloma, Wisconsin?
Coloma's population is 92.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Coloma, WI?
The median home value in Coloma is $122,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Coloma, Wisconsin?
10.2% of adults (25+) in Coloma hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.