Helenville, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Helenville, Wisconsin had a total population of 96, the 764th largest community in Wisconsin. The poverty rate is 12.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Helenville Quick Facts
How Helenville 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 | 119 | 96 | -19.3% |
| Median home value | $327,800 | $391,700 | +19.5% |
How Helenville 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+)
Helenville Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Atkinson | 12,463 | $79,302 | 6.7% | $211,800 |
| Jefferson | 7,732 | $79,006 | 11.2% | $225,600 |
| Lake Mills | 6,470 | $91,027 | 5.1% | $317,100 |
| Waterloo | 3,600 | $87,776 | 13.7% | $230,600 |
| Johnson Creek | 3,362 | $100,685 | 4.3% | $314,200 |
| Ixonia | 2,684 | $93,359 | 1.0% | $345,300 |
| Palmyra | 2,195 | $86,058 | 11.4% | $213,100 |
| Lake Ripley | 1,932 | $116,179 | 10.1% | $366,300 |
| Lake Koshkonong | 1,010 | $97,115 | 5.8% | $370,300 |
| Sullivan | 663 | $71,250 | 27.2% | $257,400 |
Cities Similar to Helenville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argonne | 96 | $72,000 | $153,800 | 4.0% | 7.3% |
| Dunbar | 96 | $85,625 | $80,600 | 15.8% | 2.1% |
| Babcock | 95 | $46,250 | $61,700 | 6.3% | 8.6% |
| Mason | 93 | $71,667 | $112,500 | 13.9% | 12.9% |
| Summit Lake | 93 | $73,750 | $234,600 | 13.5% | 7.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 96, Helenville'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
Helenville is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Jefferson County. The total population is 96. It ranks as the 764th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Helenville is 48.6 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 12.5%. This is 18% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Helenville, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $391,700. Housing costs are 47% higher than the state median of $266,500. 86.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Helenville was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
15.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 90.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Helenville, 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 Helenville, Wisconsin?
Helenville, Wisconsin has a population of 96 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Helenville, WI?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Helenville — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Helenville, WI?
The poverty rate in Helenville is 12.5%. This means approximately 12 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Helenville, Wisconsin?
Helenville's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Helenville, WI?
The median home value in Helenville is $391,700.
How educated is Helenville, Wisconsin?
15.4% of adults (25+) in Helenville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.