St. Joseph, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, St. Joseph, Wisconsin had a total population of 548, the 519th largest community in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $90,625, which is 17% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.
St. Joseph Quick Facts
How St. Joseph 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 | 530 | 548 | +3.4% |
| Median household income | $84,583 | $90,625 | +7.1% |
| Median home value | $264,400 | $285,100 | +7.8% |
How St. Joseph 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+)
St. Joseph Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in La Crosse County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Crosse | 51,356 | $55,866 | 21.4% | $210,100 |
| Onalaska | 19,348 | $85,867 | 6.0% | $288,900 |
| Holmen | 11,372 | $79,899 | 6.0% | $285,900 |
| West Salem | 5,330 | $97,019 | 8.6% | $277,100 |
| French Island | 4,188 | $60,202 | 13.7% | $207,100 |
| Brice Prairie | 1,782 | $94,408 | 2.1% | $297,300 |
| Bangor | 1,517 | $81,250 | 8.6% | $218,000 |
| Rockland | 745 | $78,500 | 8.4% | $223,000 |
| Mindoro | 225 | $66,563 | 19.1% | $216,000 |
Cities Similar to St. Joseph
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viola | 551 | $88,214 | $103,900 | 18.7% | 8.6% |
| Neosho | 536 | $90,183 | $241,900 | 23.4% | 9.5% |
| Hatley | 542 | $93,750 | $213,000 | 17.8% | 5.7% |
| Merrimac | 570 | $92,417 | $276,600 | 34.8% | 6.7% |
| Winchester | 569 | $88,190 | $222,700 | 26.1% | 5.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 548, St. Joseph'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
St. Joseph is a small community located in Wisconsin, within La Crosse County. The total population is 548. It ranks as the 519th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in St. Joseph is 36.8 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 40.2 years. 11.1% 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 St. Joseph is $90,625. This is 17% higher than the state median of $77,485. It is also 12% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.4%. This is 2% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 40% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $285,100. Housing costs are 7% higher than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 68.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 1% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
St. Joseph has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.7% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.2%.
Education
31.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% 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 St. Joseph, 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 St. Joseph, Wisconsin?
St. Joseph, Wisconsin has a population of 548 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in St. Joseph, WI?
The median household income in St. Joseph is $90,625, which is 12% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in St. Joseph, WI?
The poverty rate in St. Joseph is 10.4%. This means approximately 54 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of St. Joseph, Wisconsin?
St. Joseph's population is 90.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in St. Joseph, WI?
The median home value in St. Joseph is $285,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is St. Joseph, Wisconsin?
31.8% of adults (25+) in St. Joseph hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.