Plover, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Plover, Wisconsin had a total population of 13,884, the 67th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $88,042, which is 14% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Plover Quick Facts
How Plover 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 | 13,713 | 13,884 | +1.2% |
| Median household income | $83,139 | $88,042 | +5.9% |
| Median home value | $244,500 | $269,800 | +10.3% |
How Plover 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+)
Plover Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Portage County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Point | 25,785 | $58,031 | 16.6% | $195,400 |
| Whiting | 1,493 | $73,063 | 6.5% | $220,000 |
| Amherst | 1,113 | $64,922 | 6.6% | $244,300 |
| Polonia | 776 | $119,154 | 3.4% | $342,700 |
| Bancroft | 673 | $77,059 | 17.2% | $98,200 |
| Park Ridge | 626 | $96,750 | 4.6% | $287,800 |
| Rosholt | 460 | $66,250 | 6.1% | $193,800 |
| Almond | 441 | $72,431 | 10.9% | $153,800 |
| Amherst Junction | 341 | $106,250 | 2.4% | $314,300 |
| Junction City | 311 | $62,778 | 21.2% | $145,300 |
Cities Similar to Plover
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allouez | 13,975 | $91,250 | $235,000 | 36.3% | 5.1% |
| Shorewood | 13,627 | $86,726 | $443,700 | 75.6% | 14.3% |
| Salem Lakes | 14,366 | $94,819 | $316,100 | 27.1% | 6.6% |
| Glendale | 13,656 | $78,092 | $282,800 | 59.3% | 10.1% |
| Greendale | 14,594 | $94,769 | $314,200 | 46.3% | 8.3% |
Population Overview
Plover is a small city located in Wisconsin, within Portage County. The total population is 13,884. It ranks as the 67th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Plover is 36.0 years. This is 10% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Plover is $88,042. This is 14% higher than the state median of $77,485. It is also 9% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.2%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. This is 7% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $269,800. Housing costs are 1% higher than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 58.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% lower than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Plover has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.8%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
42.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 26% higher 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 90.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Plover, 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 Plover, Wisconsin?
Plover, Wisconsin has a population of 13,884 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Plover, WI?
The median household income in Plover is $88,042, which is 9% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Plover, WI?
The poverty rate in Plover is 9.2%. This means approximately 1,281 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Plover, Wisconsin?
Plover's population is 86.6% White, 0.4% Black, 6.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Plover, WI?
The median home value in Plover is $269,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Plover, Wisconsin?
42.2% of adults (25+) in Plover hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.