Ferryville, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ferryville, Wisconsin had a total population of 194, the 692nd largest village in Wisconsin. The poverty rate is 10.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Ferryville Quick Facts
How Ferryville 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 | 192 | 194 | +1.0% |
| Median home value | $218,800 | $230,000 | +5.1% |
How Ferryville 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+)
Ferryville Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Crawford County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prairie du Chien | 5,491 | $54,268 | 17.4% | $161,300 |
| Wauzeka | 591 | $73,333 | 12.2% | $143,300 |
| Soldiers Grove | 579 | $48,438 | 25.4% | $158,300 |
| Gays Mills | 523 | $40,208 | 14.0% | $164,500 |
| Eastman | 398 | $62,500 | 8.8% | $197,700 |
| Seneca | 372 | $62,143 | 2.4% | $159,900 |
| Mount Sterling | 164 | $47,188 | 9.2% | $132,800 |
| Steuben | 148 | $72,188 | 9.5% | $106,300 |
| Lynxville | 105 | $60,625 | 10.8% | $158,300 |
| Bell Center | 82 | $32,250 | 23.2% | $202,800 |
Cities Similar to Ferryville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder Junction | 193 | $43,063 | $275,000 | 18.5% | 22.3% |
| Exeland | 193 | $31,713 | $110,400 | 5.7% | 29.0% |
| Diamond Bluff | 192 | $105,000 | $365,400 | 10.8% | 5.2% |
| Emerald | 191 | $84,500 | $161,100 | 10.4% | 16.2% |
| Hatfield | 190 | $60,417 | $209,200 | 41.7% | 12.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 194, Ferryville'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
Ferryville is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Crawford County. The total population is 194. It ranks as the 692nd most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ferryville is 62.5 years. This is 55% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 9.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 22.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 19% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $230,000. Housing costs are 14% lower than the state median of $266,500. 84.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 25% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ferryville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.
Education
19.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 94.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ferryville, 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 Ferryville, Wisconsin?
Ferryville, Wisconsin has a population of 194 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ferryville, WI?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Ferryville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ferryville, WI?
The poverty rate in Ferryville is 10.8%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ferryville, Wisconsin?
Ferryville's population is 94.8% White, 0.0% Black, 1.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ferryville, WI?
The median home value in Ferryville is $230,000.
How educated is Ferryville, Wisconsin?
19.3% of adults (25+) in Ferryville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.