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New London, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, New London, Wisconsin had a total population of 7,726, the 127th largest city in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $60,612, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 21.0%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

New London Quick Facts

Population 7,726
Median Household Income $60,612
Median Home Value $174,800
Poverty Rate 21.0%
Unemployment Rate 2.8%
Median Age 36.5 years
Homeownership Rate 52.0%
Affordability Ratio 2.9x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 17.3%
High School Graduation Rate 88.7%
Diversity Index 21/100
Population 7,726 127th of 808
Median Income $60,612 below average
Poverty Rate 21.0% 69% higher than national
Median Home Value $174,800 average

How New London Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population7,4927,726+3.1%
Median household income$61,447$60,612-1.4%
Median home value$162,800$174,800+7.4%

How New London Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 24.6%
$25K-$50K 21.1%
$50K-$100K 25.4%
$100K+ 28.8%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
11.1%
$10K-$15K
6.5%
$15K-$20K
0.0%
$20K-$25K
7.0%
$25K-$30K
4.7%
$30K-$35K
6.4%
$35K-$40K
4.3%
$40K-$45K
3.0%
$45K-$50K
2.7%
$50K-$60K
3.9%
$60K-$75K
12.6%
$75K-$100K
8.9%
$100K-$125K
9.0%
$125K-$150K
6.5%
$150K-$200K
9.5%
$200K+
3.8%

Employment

2.8% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3%|National: 5.2%
62.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 52.0%
Renter 48.0%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.9x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $837/mo 16.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

21out of 100
Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 37 | National average: 61

Education

New London Rankings in Wisconsin

#127 Population of 808
#546 Median Income of 788
#499 Education of 808
#464 Home Value of 799

Other Cities in Outagamie County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Appleton 75,023 $80,483 8.3% $231,400
Kaukauna 17,706 $80,365 7.8% $225,700
Little Chute 11,754 $87,538 5.7% $245,800
Kimberly 7,447 $70,451 9.9% $228,100
Combined Locks 3,622 $93,490 2.0% $246,000
Seymour 3,570 $80,602 4.5% $184,600
Hortonville 3,256 $82,063 4.4% $263,900
Black Creek 1,262 $67,311 6.5% $190,800
Shiocton 825 $60,313 8.2% $173,700
Dale 707 $128,036 0.0% $250,400

Cities Similar to New London

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Ripon7,772$54,763$174,90024.4%12.8%
Pewaukee8,196$62,139$281,80042.0%7.3%
Ashland7,902$54,529$176,40029.5%17.8%
Kimberly7,447$70,451$228,10031.1%9.9%
Jefferson7,732$79,006$225,60022.6%11.2%

Population Overview

New London is a small city located in Wisconsin, within Outagamie County. The total population is 7,726. It ranks as the 127th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.

Age Demographics

The median age in New London is 36.5 years. This is 9% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in New London is $60,612. This is 22% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 21.0%. This is 99% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 2.8%. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $174,800. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, New London is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 52.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% lower than the state average of 67.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

New London has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.1%. The Black or African American population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.

Education

17.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 88.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for New London, 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 New London, Wisconsin?

New London, Wisconsin has a population of 7,726 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in New London, WI?

The median household income in New London is $60,612, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in New London, WI?

The poverty rate in New London is 21.0%. This means approximately 1,613 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of New London, Wisconsin?

New London's population is 88.8% White, 1.8% Black, 7.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in New London, WI?

The median home value in New London is $174,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.

How educated is New London, Wisconsin?

17.3% of adults (25+) in New London hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.