Lake Ivanhoe, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lake Ivanhoe, Wisconsin had a total population of 558, the 513th largest community in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $71,250, which is 8% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.0%.
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 1.9%.
Lake Ivanhoe Quick Facts
How Lake Ivanhoe 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 | 764 | 558 | -27.0% |
| Median household income | $82,963 | $71,250 | -14.1% |
| Median home value | $171,000 | $255,900 | +49.6% |
How Lake Ivanhoe 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 Ivanhoe 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 |
| Lake Geneva | 8,521 | $75,629 | 10.7% | $343,800 |
| 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 |
Cities Similar to Lake Ivanhoe
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayfield | 565 | $70,982 | $320,100 | 53.6% | 8.5% |
| Livingston | 555 | $66,875 | $166,000 | 16.2% | 9.6% |
| Coloma | 549 | $75,000 | $122,200 | 10.2% | 8.9% |
| Woodruff | 580 | $70,625 | $278,400 | 31.1% | 5.1% |
| Waubeka | 573 | $75,859 | $279,400 | 13.3% | 9.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 558, Lake Ivanhoe'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
Lake Ivanhoe is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Walworth County. The total population is 558. It ranks as the 513th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lake Ivanhoe is 33.5 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lake Ivanhoe is $71,250. This is 8% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.0%. This is 52% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 42% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $255,900. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 94.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 40% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lake Ivanhoe is White (non-Hispanic), making up 78.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (14.0% vs 8.0%).
Education
21.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% 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 87.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lake Ivanhoe, 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 Ivanhoe, Wisconsin?
Lake Ivanhoe, Wisconsin has a population of 558 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lake Ivanhoe, WI?
The median household income in Lake Ivanhoe is $71,250, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lake Ivanhoe, WI?
The poverty rate in Lake Ivanhoe is 5.0%. This means approximately 28 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lake Ivanhoe, Wisconsin?
Lake Ivanhoe's population is 78.1% White, 4.1% Black, 14.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lake Ivanhoe, WI?
The median home value in Lake Ivanhoe is $255,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.
How educated is Lake Ivanhoe, Wisconsin?
21.7% of adults (25+) in Lake Ivanhoe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.