Fremont, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fremont, Wisconsin had a total population of 650, the 479th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $68,750, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Fremont Quick Facts
How Fremont 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 | 592 | 650 | +9.8% |
| Median household income | $71,875 | $68,750 | -4.3% |
| Median home value | $210,200 | $235,300 | +11.9% |
How Fremont 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+)
Fremont Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Waupaca County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waupaca | 6,283 | $52,727 | 11.5% | $175,600 |
| Clintonville | 4,580 | $53,304 | 16.7% | $112,000 |
| Weyauwega | 1,789 | $66,625 | 10.6% | $152,100 |
| King | 1,399 | $84,183 | 7.7% | $145,900 |
| Manawa | 1,337 | $88,393 | 10.7% | $159,400 |
| Iola | 1,286 | $44,735 | 13.7% | $164,200 |
| Marion | 1,238 | $60,521 | 19.6% | $104,200 |
| Chain O' Lakes | 908 | $83,194 | 3.7% | $640,000 |
| Scandinavia | 379 | $59,375 | 4.2% | $165,900 |
| Northport | 373 | $92,292 | 7.8% | $227,500 |
Cities Similar to Fremont
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superior | 653 | $70,694 | $274,200 | 27.8% | 8.4% |
| Chief Lake | 660 | $70,833 | $215,000 | 25.6% | 23.3% |
| Norwalk | 662 | $66,146 | $96,700 | 9.5% | 8.6% |
| Sullivan | 663 | $71,250 | $257,400 | 16.5% | 27.2% |
| Birnamwood | 643 | $63,750 | $143,400 | 10.1% | 11.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 650, Fremont'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
Fremont is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Waupaca County. The total population is 650. It ranks as the 479th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fremont is 51.5 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 13.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fremont is $68,750. This is 11% 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 13.1%. This is 24% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 80% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $235,300. Housing costs are 12% lower than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x. 76.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Fremont has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.0%.
Education
24.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% 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 89.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fremont, 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 Fremont, Wisconsin?
Fremont, Wisconsin has a population of 650 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fremont, WI?
The median household income in Fremont is $68,750, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fremont, WI?
The poverty rate in Fremont is 13.1%. This means approximately 85 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fremont, Wisconsin?
Fremont's population is 93.5% White, 0.0% Black, 6.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fremont, WI?
The median home value in Fremont is $235,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.4x.
How educated is Fremont, Wisconsin?
24.6% of adults (25+) in Fremont hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.