Dellwood, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dellwood, Wisconsin had a total population of 661, the 476th largest community in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $43,750, which is 44% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 44% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 8.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.0%.
Dellwood Quick Facts
How Dellwood 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 | 572 | 661 | +15.6% |
| Median household income | $38,625 | $43,750 | +13.3% |
| Median home value | $160,400 | $200,500 | +25.0% |
How Dellwood 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+)
Dellwood Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Adams County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adams | 2,050 | $43,364 | 25.7% | $102,500 |
| Lake Camelot | 1,162 | $95,125 | 1.7% | $310,900 |
| Lake Arrowhead | 969 | $83,086 | 4.3% | $310,300 |
| Friendship | 813 | $48,631 | 34.9% | $115,100 |
| Lake Sherwood | 369 | $84,911 | 5.1% | $259,400 |
| Arkdale | 186 | $70,417 | 8.1% | $123,200 |
| Grand Marsh | 141 | $31,731 | 20.6% | $89,400 |
| Easton | 46 | N/A | 37.0% | $246,400 |
Cities Similar to Dellwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mellen | 681 | $41,875 | $78,100 | 13.3% | 21.3% |
| Almena | 641 | $48,333 | $116,300 | 11.2% | 14.1% |
| Siren | 713 | $49,688 | $190,400 | 19.8% | 18.6% |
| Laona | 631 | $53,261 | $128,100 | 5.3% | 22.8% |
| La Farge | 575 | $46,042 | $136,000 | 10.3% | 24.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 661, Dellwood'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
Dellwood is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Adams County. The total population is 661. It ranks as the 476th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Dellwood is 64.8 years. This is 61% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 13.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 25.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Dellwood is $43,750. This is 44% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 46% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.0%. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $200,500. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 92.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Dellwood has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.2% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.
Education
8.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 74.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Dellwood, 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 Dellwood, Wisconsin?
Dellwood, Wisconsin has a population of 661 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Dellwood, WI?
The median household income in Dellwood is $43,750, which is 46% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Dellwood, WI?
The poverty rate in Dellwood is 11.7%. This means approximately 77 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Dellwood, Wisconsin?
Dellwood's population is 95.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Dellwood, WI?
The median home value in Dellwood is $200,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Dellwood, Wisconsin?
8.8% of adults (25+) in Dellwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.