Pence, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pence, Wisconsin had a total population of 149, the 722nd largest community in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $70,625, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x.
Pence Quick Facts
How Pence 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 | 139 | 149 | +7.2% |
| Median household income | $52,500 | $70,625 | +34.5% |
| Median home value | $97,500 | $115,000 | +17.9% |
How Pence 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+)
Pence Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Iron County
Cities Similar to Pence
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steuben | 148 | $72,188 | $106,300 | 5.9% | 9.5% |
| Allens Grove | 147 | $68,333 | $231,300 | 11.2% | 4.8% |
| Drummond | 141 | $68,958 | $175,000 | 31.5% | 24.8% |
| Pulcifer | 145 | $62,656 | $195,800 | 21.1% | 28.3% |
| Grand View | 138 | $68,750 | $105,700 | 15.9% | 14.5% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 149, Pence'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
Pence is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Iron County. The total population is 149. It ranks as the 722nd most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Pence is 48.9 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. 14.1% 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 Pence is $70,625. This is 9% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.4%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 62% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $115,000. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Pence is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 92.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Pence has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.6% of all residents.
Education
9.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 71% lower than the state rate of 33.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Pence, 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 Pence, Wisconsin?
Pence, Wisconsin has a population of 149 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Pence, WI?
The median household income in Pence is $70,625, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Pence, WI?
The poverty rate in Pence is 7.4%. This means approximately 11 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Pence, Wisconsin?
Pence's population is 90.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Pence, WI?
The median home value in Pence is $115,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Pence, Wisconsin?
9.5% of adults (25+) in Pence hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.