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Dodgeville, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Dodgeville, Wisconsin had a total population of 5,042, the 157th largest city in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $72,288, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.3%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Dodgeville Quick Facts

Population 5,042
Median Household Income $72,288
Median Home Value $242,600
Poverty Rate 6.3%
Unemployment Rate 6.6%
Median Age 38.6 years
Homeownership Rate 63.2%
Affordability Ratio 3.4x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 31.8%
High School Graduation Rate 94.3%
Diversity Index 17/100
Population 5,042 157th of 808
Median Income $72,288 average
Poverty Rate 6.3% 49% lower than national
Median Home Value $242,600 above average

How Dodgeville Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population5,0135,042+0.6%
Median household income$72,768$72,288-0.7%
Median home value$234,000$242,600+3.7%

How Dodgeville Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 12.1%
$25K-$50K 23.5%
$50K-$100K 36.0%
$100K+ 28.4%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
2.5%
$10K-$15K
6.2%
$15K-$20K
2.6%
$20K-$25K
0.8%
$25K-$30K
4.0%
$30K-$35K
3.9%
$35K-$40K
0.7%
$40K-$45K
8.0%
$45K-$50K
6.9%
$50K-$60K
6.4%
$60K-$75K
12.8%
$75K-$100K
16.9%
$100K-$125K
7.5%
$125K-$150K
5.1%
$150K-$200K
10.6%
$200K+
5.2%

Employment

6.6% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3%|National: 5.2%
71.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 63.2%
Renter 36.8%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.4x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $999/mo 16.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

17out of 100
Very Low Diversity

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

State average: 37 | National average: 61

Education

Dodgeville Rankings in Wisconsin

#157 Population of 808
#357 Median Income of 788
#199 Education of 808
#249 Home Value of 799

Other Cities in Iowa County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Mineral Point 2,559 $81,000 3.5% $212,200
Barneveld 1,416 $113,542 4.6% $285,200
Arena 883 $69,063 2.2% $194,400
Highland 867 $67,344 12.8% $153,500
Blanchardville 734 $64,531 7.1% $172,200
Ridgeway 594 $88,125 16.5% $202,700
Linden 553 $62,273 6.7% $167,500
Avoca 473 $53,750 19.6% $115,400
Cobb 403 $79,196 15.9% $176,300
Hollandale 327 $71,250 4.3% $174,000

Cities Similar to Dodgeville

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
East Troy4,978$79,669$299,60030.8%10.2%
Mayville5,228$66,834$193,00019.3%6.6%
Columbus5,488$75,427$230,60027.6%6.9%
Mosinee4,498$73,479$156,10025.9%9.3%
Prescott4,503$74,412$306,90034.3%11.5%

Population Overview

Dodgeville is a small city located in Wisconsin, within Iowa County. The total population is 5,042. It ranks as the 157th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.

Age Demographics

The median age in Dodgeville is 38.6 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Dodgeville is $72,288. This is 7% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.3%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 102% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $242,600. Housing costs are 9% lower than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 63.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 67.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Dodgeville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.

Education

31.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% 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 94.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Dodgeville, 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 Dodgeville, Wisconsin?

Dodgeville, Wisconsin has a population of 5,042 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Dodgeville, WI?

The median household income in Dodgeville is $72,288, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Dodgeville, WI?

The poverty rate in Dodgeville is 6.3%. This means approximately 312 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Dodgeville, Wisconsin?

Dodgeville's population is 91.0% White, 1.8% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Dodgeville, WI?

The median home value in Dodgeville is $242,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

How educated is Dodgeville, Wisconsin?

31.8% of adults (25+) in Dodgeville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.