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Jim Falls, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Jim Falls, Wisconsin had a total population of 339, the 606th largest community in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $92,292, which is 19% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Jim Falls Quick Facts

Population 339
Median Household Income $92,292
Median Home Value $189,000
Poverty Rate 7.7%
Unemployment Rate 5.8%
Median Age 37.1 years
Homeownership Rate 61.4%
Affordability Ratio 2.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 27.0%
High School Graduation Rate 93.0%
Diversity Index 9/100
Population 339 606th of 808
Median Income $92,292 top 20%
Poverty Rate 7.7% 38% lower than national
Median Home Value $189,000 average

How Jim Falls Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population247339+37.2%
Median household income$103,250$92,292-10.6%
Median home value$188,200$189,000+0.4%

How Jim Falls Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.7%
$25K-$50K 14.4%
$50K-$100K 20.3%
$100K+ 49.7%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
0.0%
$10K-$15K
5.9%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
9.8%
$25K-$30K
0.0%
$30K-$35K
2.6%
$35K-$40K
0.0%
$40K-$45K
3.3%
$45K-$50K
8.5%
$50K-$60K
7.2%
$60K-$75K
4.6%
$75K-$100K
8.5%
$100K-$125K
31.4%
$125K-$150K
6.5%
$150K-$200K
11.8%
$200K+
0.0%

Employment

5.8% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3%|National: 5.2%
81.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 61.4%
Renter 38.6%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,054/mo 13.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

9out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 37 | National average: 61

Education

Jim Falls Rankings in Wisconsin

#606 Population of 808
#147 Median Income of 788
#282 Education of 808
#412 Home Value of 799

Other Cities in Chippewa County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Chippewa Falls 14,782 $57,873 15.4% $210,400
Lake Hallie 7,285 $86,740 8.9% $292,100
Stanley 3,760 $48,052 20.0% $167,400
Bloomer 3,673 $58,106 3.9% $214,000
Lake Wissota 3,184 $105,150 0.8% $334,600
Cadott 1,449 $71,111 15.8% $172,900
Cornell 1,307 $55,192 13.4% $155,800
Boyd 566 $62,321 15.8% $140,000
New Auburn 531 $66,932 11.8% $169,900
Holcombe 237 $64,231 15.6% $155,400

Cities Similar to Jim Falls

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Egg Harbor343$89,375$441,70066.2%11.1%
Waukau325N/A$189,4003.4%1.8%
Amherst Junction341$106,250$314,30031.2%2.4%
Oakdale321$88,182$178,10020.2%8.4%
Hebron344$79,844$289,80012.8%7.6%

A note before these figures: with a population of 339, Jim Falls'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

Jim Falls is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Chippewa County. The total population is 339. It ranks as the 606th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.

Age Demographics

The median age in Jim Falls is 37.1 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Jim Falls is $92,292. This is 19% higher than the state median of $77,485. It is also 14% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.7%. This is 27% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 79% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $189,000. Housing costs are 29% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Jim Falls is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 67.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Jim Falls has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 2.4%. The Black or African American population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.

Education

27.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 93.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Jim Falls, 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 Jim Falls, Wisconsin?

Jim Falls, Wisconsin has a population of 339 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Jim Falls, WI?

The median household income in Jim Falls is $92,292, which is 14% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Jim Falls, WI?

The poverty rate in Jim Falls is 7.7%. This means approximately 26 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Jim Falls, Wisconsin?

Jim Falls's population is 95.6% White, 2.4% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Jim Falls, WI?

The median home value in Jim Falls is $189,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.

How educated is Jim Falls, Wisconsin?

27.0% of adults (25+) in Jim Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.