Dalton, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dalton, Wisconsin had a total population of 227, the 674th largest community in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $59,464, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.9%.
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 2.4x.
Dalton Quick Facts
How Dalton 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 | 221 | 227 | +2.7% |
| Median household income | $61,667 | $59,464 | -3.6% |
| Median home value | $124,300 | $145,000 | +16.7% |
How Dalton 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+)
Dalton Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Green Lake County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Markesan | 1,275 | $62,165 | 21.1% | $155,000 |
| Princeton | 1,166 | $54,205 | 16.8% | $116,700 |
| Green Lake | 1,076 | $55,970 | 11.6% | $218,200 |
| Kingston | 271 | $72,083 | 5.2% | $151,600 |
| Marquette | 232 | $58,750 | 10.8% | $232,500 |
Cities Similar to Dalton
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westboro | 227 | $58,750 | $107,800 | 21.3% | 5.8% |
| Marquette | 232 | $58,750 | $232,500 | 7.1% | 10.8% |
| Mount Hope | 230 | $64,063 | $97,800 | 13.3% | 14.0% |
| Mindoro | 225 | $66,563 | $216,000 | 15.8% | 19.1% |
| Glidden | 215 | $57,829 | $80,000 | 13.0% | 8.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 227, Dalton'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
Dalton is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Green Lake County. The total population is 227. It ranks as the 674th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dalton is 32.4 years. This is 19% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. With 33.5% of the population under 18, Dalton has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dalton is $59,464. This is 23% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 18.9%. This is 80% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 66% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $145,000. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Dalton is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dalton has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.0% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.8%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
10.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 93.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dalton, 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 Dalton, Wisconsin?
Dalton, Wisconsin has a population of 227 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dalton, WI?
The median household income in Dalton is $59,464, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dalton, WI?
The poverty rate in Dalton is 18.9%. This means approximately 43 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dalton, Wisconsin?
Dalton's population is 93.0% White, 1.8% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dalton, WI?
The median home value in Dalton is $145,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Dalton, Wisconsin?
10.9% of adults (25+) in Dalton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.