Mount Hope, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mount Hope, Wisconsin had a total population of 230, the 673rd largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $64,063, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
Mount Hope Quick Facts
How Mount Hope 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 | 239 | 230 | -3.8% |
| Median household income | $61,875 | $64,063 | +3.5% |
| Median home value | $95,000 | $97,800 | +2.9% |
How Mount Hope 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+)
Mount Hope Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Grant County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Platteville | 11,499 | $43,083 | 23.9% | $200,100 |
| Lancaster | 3,976 | $84,302 | 6.5% | $204,000 |
| Boscobel | 3,242 | $54,071 | 20.5% | $147,400 |
| Fennimore | 2,752 | $61,875 | 15.1% | $161,400 |
| Cuba City | 2,007 | $74,571 | 2.1% | $188,600 |
| Hazel Green | 1,204 | $64,688 | 10.6% | $165,700 |
| Muscoda | 1,151 | $55,833 | 12.5% | $133,600 |
| Dickeyville | 878 | $70,913 | 5.3% | $193,400 |
| Bloomington | 710 | $77,750 | 6.5% | $131,300 |
| Cassville | 634 | $58,750 | 11.8% | $123,100 |
Cities Similar to Mount Hope
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holcombe | 237 | $64,231 | $155,400 | 12.8% | 15.6% |
| Mindoro | 225 | $66,563 | $216,000 | 15.8% | 19.1% |
| Dalton | 227 | $59,464 | $145,000 | 10.9% | 18.9% |
| Marquette | 232 | $58,750 | $232,500 | 7.1% | 10.8% |
| Deer Park | 223 | $66,875 | $184,100 | 8.4% | 5.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 230, Mount Hope'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
Mount Hope is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Grant County. The total population is 230. It ranks as the 673rd most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mount Hope is 36.9 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mount Hope is $64,063. This is 17% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 21% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $97,800. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Mount Hope is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Mount Hope has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.6% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.
Education
13.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 93.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mount Hope, 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 Mount Hope, Wisconsin?
Mount Hope, Wisconsin has a population of 230 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mount Hope, WI?
The median household income in Mount Hope is $64,063, which is 21% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mount Hope, WI?
The poverty rate in Mount Hope is 14.0%. This means approximately 32 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mount Hope, Wisconsin?
Mount Hope's population is 92.6% White, 4.3% Black, 0.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mount Hope, WI?
The median home value in Mount Hope is $97,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Mount Hope, Wisconsin?
13.3% of adults (25+) in Mount Hope hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.