Footville, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Footville, Wisconsin had a total population of 908, the 412th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $68,571, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.6%.
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 2.3x.
Footville Quick Facts
How Footville 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 | 876 | 908 | +3.7% |
| Median household income | $57,063 | $68,571 | +20.2% |
| Median home value | $150,400 | $160,800 | +6.9% |
How Footville 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+)
Footville Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Rock County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Janesville | 66,030 | $73,446 | 9.0% | $223,400 |
| Beloit | 36,534 | $62,663 | 15.0% | $156,500 |
| Evansville | 5,782 | $81,149 | 5.6% | $276,400 |
| Milton | 5,706 | $85,959 | 6.5% | $249,200 |
| Brodhead | 3,197 | $49,583 | 14.9% | $168,800 |
| Clinton | 2,041 | $72,019 | 5.9% | $209,400 |
| Orfordville | 1,473 | $65,417 | 8.8% | $194,900 |
| Hanover | 130 | $60,972 | 3.9% | $150,000 |
| Shopiere | 123 | N/A | 0.0% | $245,800 |
| Fulton | 31 | N/A | 48.4% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Footville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montreal | 909 | $66,364 | $97,800 | 28.6% | 14.5% |
| Arena | 883 | $69,063 | $194,400 | 17.8% | 2.2% |
| Reeseville | 895 | $71,932 | $167,000 | 12.3% | 2.2% |
| Dickeyville | 878 | $70,913 | $193,400 | 25.9% | 5.3% |
| Highland | 867 | $67,344 | $153,500 | 16.1% | 12.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 908, Footville'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
Footville is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Rock County. The total population is 908. It ranks as the 412th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Footville is 46.2 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Footville is $68,571. This is 12% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.6%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 39% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $160,800. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Footville is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Footville has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.3%.
Education
13.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 59% 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 79.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Footville, 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 Footville, Wisconsin?
Footville, Wisconsin has a population of 908 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Footville, WI?
The median household income in Footville is $68,571, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Footville, WI?
The poverty rate in Footville is 11.6%. This means approximately 105 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Footville, Wisconsin?
Footville's population is 93.1% White, 0.0% Black, 5.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Footville, WI?
The median home value in Footville is $160,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Footville, Wisconsin?
13.8% of adults (25+) in Footville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.