Lena, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lena, Wisconsin had a total population of 483, the 542nd largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $56,583, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 8.8% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 9.9% is notably above the national average.
Lena Quick Facts
How Lena 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 | 536 | 483 | -9.9% |
| Median household income | $57,917 | $56,583 | -2.3% |
| Median home value | $132,900 | $155,300 | +16.9% |
How Lena 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+)
Lena Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Oconto County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oconto | 4,625 | $61,506 | 12.3% | $148,700 |
| Oconto Falls | 3,001 | $51,228 | 9.7% | $162,800 |
| Gillett | 1,209 | $54,844 | 11.6% | $118,200 |
| Suring | 411 | $49,167 | 24.4% | $85,400 |
| Sobieski | 382 | $62,135 | 0.0% | $330,200 |
| Abrams | 278 | $97,500 | 4.3% | $204,200 |
| Mountain | 250 | $43,833 | 16.0% | $194,600 |
| Lakewood | 182 | $48,750 | 7.1% | $221,900 |
| Townsend | 37 | N/A | 16.2% | $158,300 |
Cities Similar to Lena
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avoca | 473 | $53,750 | $115,400 | 3.8% | 19.6% |
| Blue River | 472 | $59,861 | $124,100 | 6.1% | 11.6% |
| Rudolph | 466 | $59,375 | $180,900 | 11.2% | 14.6% |
| Endeavor | 458 | $55,313 | $147,900 | 10.4% | 16.6% |
| Vesper | 496 | $61,149 | $120,700 | 10.6% | 8.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 483, Lena'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
Lena is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Oconto County. The total population is 483. It ranks as the 542nd most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lena is 41.1 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. 12.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lena is $56,583. This is 27% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.2%. This is 3% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 9.9%. This is 204% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $155,300. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Lena is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 51.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% lower than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lena has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.
Education
8.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 74% 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 97.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lena, 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 Lena, Wisconsin?
Lena, Wisconsin has a population of 483 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lena, WI?
The median household income in Lena is $56,583, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lena, WI?
The poverty rate in Lena is 10.2%. This means approximately 49 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lena, Wisconsin?
Lena's population is 89.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lena, WI?
The median home value in Lena is $155,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Lena, Wisconsin?
8.8% of adults (25+) in Lena hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.