Lake Geneva, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin had a total population of 8,521, the 113th largest city in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $75,629, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Lake Geneva Quick Facts
How Lake Geneva 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 | 8,443 | 8,521 | +0.9% |
| Median household income | $73,199 | $75,629 | +3.3% |
| Median home value | $323,000 | $343,800 | +6.4% |
How Lake Geneva 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+)
Lake Geneva Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Walworth County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitewater | 15,807 | $54,969 | 26.8% | $229,400 |
| Elkhorn | 10,221 | $77,649 | 7.6% | $273,600 |
| Delavan | 8,689 | $65,357 | 10.2% | $218,800 |
| East Troy | 4,978 | $79,669 | 10.2% | $299,600 |
| Bloomfield | 4,780 | $98,068 | 7.5% | $236,100 |
| Williams Bay | 2,981 | $84,113 | 8.7% | $444,700 |
| Walworth | 2,759 | $70,208 | 18.1% | $290,600 |
| Delavan Lake | 2,757 | $83,550 | 6.7% | $355,500 |
| Como | 2,197 | $75,266 | 3.2% | $278,400 |
| Fontana-on-Geneva Lake | 1,737 | $106,750 | 7.5% | $572,600 |
Cities Similar to Lake Geneva
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan Falls | 8,547 | $71,477 | $217,500 | 25.2% | 7.6% |
| Somers | 8,216 | $80,488 | $315,300 | 42.0% | 8.7% |
| Monona | 8,527 | $87,773 | $427,900 | 58.3% | 9.5% |
| Delavan | 8,689 | $65,357 | $218,800 | 23.9% | 10.2% |
| Plymouth | 8,890 | $68,038 | $213,300 | 24.7% | 9.8% |
Population Overview
Lake Geneva is a small city located in Wisconsin, within Walworth County. The total population is 8,521. It ranks as the 113th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lake Geneva is 49.1 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lake Geneva is $75,629. This is 2% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.7%. This is 1% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 32% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $343,800. Housing costs are 29% higher than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x. 54.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lake Geneva has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.0%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
41.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% higher 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 95.7%. Notably, 17.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lake Geneva, 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 Lake Geneva, Wisconsin?
Lake Geneva, Wisconsin has a population of 8,521 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lake Geneva, WI?
The median household income in Lake Geneva is $75,629, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lake Geneva, WI?
The poverty rate in Lake Geneva is 10.7%. This means approximately 906 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin?
Lake Geneva's population is 88.9% White, 0.9% Black, 6.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lake Geneva, WI?
The median home value in Lake Geneva is $343,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.5x.
How educated is Lake Geneva, Wisconsin?
41.3% of adults (25+) in Lake Geneva hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 17.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.