Green Lake, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Green Lake, Wisconsin had a total population of 1,076, the 383rd largest city in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $55,970, which is 28% 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
Green Lake Quick Facts
How Green Lake 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 | 1,054 | 1,076 | +2.1% |
| Median household income | $53,841 | $55,970 | +4.0% |
| Median home value | $211,400 | $218,200 | +3.2% |
How Green Lake 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+)
Green Lake Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Green Lake County
Cities Similar to Green Lake
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boyceville | 1,083 | $59,464 | $163,700 | 9.3% | 16.3% |
| Athens | 1,055 | $52,750 | $189,700 | 12.0% | 14.6% |
| Plainfield | 1,094 | $60,375 | $102,300 | 7.2% | 12.2% |
| Necedah | 1,142 | $56,630 | $128,400 | 8.2% | 17.9% |
| Muscoda | 1,151 | $55,833 | $133,600 | 16.0% | 12.5% |
Population Overview
Green Lake is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Green Lake County. The total population is 1,076. It ranks as the 383rd most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Green Lake is 54.1 years. This is 35% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 14.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 18.3% 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 Green Lake is $55,970. This is 28% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 31% 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 4.0%. This is 22% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $218,200. Housing costs are 18% lower than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 62.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Green Lake has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 8.0%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
32.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 3% 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 Green Lake, 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 Green Lake, Wisconsin?
Green Lake, Wisconsin has a population of 1,076 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Green Lake, WI?
The median household income in Green Lake is $55,970, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Green Lake, WI?
The poverty rate in Green Lake is 11.6%. This means approximately 111 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Green Lake, Wisconsin?
Green Lake's population is 92.8% White, 3.3% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Green Lake, WI?
The median home value in Green Lake is $218,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.
How educated is Green Lake, Wisconsin?
32.5% of adults (25+) in Green Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.