Sauk City, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Sauk City, Wisconsin had a total population of 3,483, the 197th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $91,042, which is 17% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Sauk City Quick Facts
How Sauk City 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 | 3,500 | 3,483 | -0.5% |
| Median household income | $82,813 | $91,042 | +9.9% |
| Median home value | $269,500 | $291,400 | +8.1% |
How Sauk City 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+)
Sauk City Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Sauk County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baraboo | 12,769 | $69,750 | 8.4% | $222,100 |
| Reedsburg | 10,168 | $75,028 | 8.3% | $229,100 |
| Lake Wisconsin | 5,384 | $124,127 | 3.0% | $452,400 |
| Prairie du Sac | 4,382 | $101,049 | 7.7% | $321,300 |
| Lake Delton | 3,482 | $51,964 | 12.6% | $178,300 |
| Wisconsin Dells | 2,547 | $54,688 | 11.3% | $207,100 |
| West Baraboo | 1,577 | $60,880 | 9.6% | $224,700 |
| Spring Green | 1,397 | $87,344 | 6.8% | $248,800 |
| Plain | 780 | $96,000 | 6.5% | $234,200 |
| North Freedom | 716 | $83,750 | 15.3% | $157,700 |
Cities Similar to Sauk City
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo | 3,600 | $87,776 | $230,600 | 23.9% | 13.7% |
| Combined Locks | 3,622 | $93,490 | $246,000 | 33.5% | 2.0% |
| Ellsworth | 3,349 | $87,857 | $262,200 | 24.6% | 8.6% |
| Wrightstown | 3,322 | $93,125 | $285,400 | 45.9% | 2.1% |
| Thiensville | 3,299 | $95,685 | $352,100 | 58.8% | 5.6% |
Population Overview
Sauk City is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Sauk County. The total population is 3,483. It ranks as the 197th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Sauk City is 38.6 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Sauk City is $91,042. This is 17% higher than the state median of $77,485. It is also 13% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.4%. This is 20% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $291,400. Housing costs are 9% higher than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 69.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Sauk City has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 6.4%. The Black or African American population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
28.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% 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 96.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Sauk City, 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 Sauk City, Wisconsin?
Sauk City, Wisconsin has a population of 3,483 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Sauk City, WI?
The median household income in Sauk City is $91,042, which is 13% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Sauk City, WI?
The poverty rate in Sauk City is 8.4%. This means approximately 288 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Sauk City, Wisconsin?
Sauk City's population is 86.3% White, 0.5% Black, 6.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Sauk City, WI?
The median home value in Sauk City is $291,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Sauk City, Wisconsin?
28.9% of adults (25+) in Sauk City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.