Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin had a total population of 284, the 639th largest community in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $68,500, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Lake Lorraine Quick Facts
How Lake Lorraine 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 | 251 | 284 | +13.1% |
| Median household income | $55,208 | $68,500 | +24.1% |
| Median home value | $194,500 | $221,600 | +13.9% |
How Lake Lorraine 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 Lorraine 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 Lorraine
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haugen | 284 | $76,250 | $144,200 | 14.9% | 8.5% |
| Kingston | 271 | $72,083 | $151,600 | 14.1% | 5.2% |
| Embarrass | 284 | $58,750 | $135,000 | 18.5% | 6.9% |
| Bear Creek | 307 | $66,250 | $104,200 | 3.3% | 3.9% |
| Downing | 271 | $61,875 | $168,300 | 13.1% | 6.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 284, Lake Lorraine'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 Lorraine is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Walworth County. The total population is 284. It ranks as the 639th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lake Lorraine is 37.4 years. This is 7% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 13.0% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lake Lorraine is $68,500. This is 12% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 15% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.1%. This is 33% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $221,600. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 77.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lake Lorraine has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 87.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.8%.
Education
19.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 43% 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 96.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lake Lorraine, 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 Lorraine, Wisconsin?
Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin has a population of 284 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lake Lorraine, WI?
The median household income in Lake Lorraine is $68,500, which is 15% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lake Lorraine, WI?
The poverty rate in Lake Lorraine is 14.1%. This means approximately 40 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin?
Lake Lorraine's population is 87.0% White, 0.0% Black, 8.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lake Lorraine, WI?
The median home value in Lake Lorraine is $221,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Lake Lorraine, Wisconsin?
19.1% of adults (25+) in Lake Lorraine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.