Taylor, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Taylor, Wisconsin had a total population of 328, the 611th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $59,531, which is 23% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 7.2% 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 2.0x.
Taylor Quick Facts
How Taylor 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 | 336 | 328 | -2.4% |
| Median household income | $51,786 | $59,531 | +15.0% |
| Median home value | $110,700 | $117,500 | +6.1% |
How Taylor 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+)
Taylor Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Jackson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black River Falls | 3,546 | $66,632 | 9.9% | $171,800 |
| Alma Center | 713 | $68,250 | 7.1% | $142,500 |
| Melrose | 562 | $48,750 | 18.9% | $151,600 |
| Merrillan | 527 | $52,273 | 19.4% | $139,600 |
| Hixton | 422 | $76,563 | 5.7% | $158,600 |
| Mission | 349 | $46,875 | 35.9% | $122,100 |
| Hatfield | 190 | $60,417 | 12.1% | $209,200 |
| Sand Pillow | 176 | $35,625 | 26.1% | $141,700 |
| Millston | 114 | $51,250 | 12.3% | $133,900 |
Cities Similar to Taylor
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waukau | 325 | N/A | $189,400 | 3.4% | 1.8% |
| Bay City | 327 | $57,857 | $116,400 | 14.7% | 8.9% |
| Turtle Lake | 327 | $63,438 | $338,300 | 27.6% | 12.5% |
| Nichols | 332 | $62,604 | $184,400 | 6.0% | 13.9% |
| Post Lake | 331 | $65,438 | $310,900 | 28.4% | 8.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 328, Taylor'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
Taylor is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Jackson County. The total population is 328. It ranks as the 611th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Taylor is 39.0 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Taylor is $59,531. This is 23% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 26% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.6%. This is 10% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 83% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $117,500. Housing costs are 56% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Taylor is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 66.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Taylor has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.
Education
7.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 79% 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 87.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Taylor, 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 Taylor, Wisconsin?
Taylor, Wisconsin has a population of 328 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Taylor, WI?
The median household income in Taylor is $59,531, which is 26% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Taylor, WI?
The poverty rate in Taylor is 11.6%. This means approximately 38 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Taylor, Wisconsin?
Taylor's population is 97.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Taylor, WI?
The median home value in Taylor is $117,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Taylor, Wisconsin?
7.2% of adults (25+) in Taylor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.