Trego, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Trego, Wisconsin had a total population of 142, the 729th largest community in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $51,250, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Trego Quick Facts
How Trego 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 | 130 | 142 | +9.2% |
| Median household income | $58,333 | $51,250 | -12.1% |
| Median home value | $134,400 | $151,400 | +12.6% |
How Trego 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+)
Trego Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Washburn County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spooner | 2,278 | $44,737 | 21.6% | $165,500 |
| Shell Lake | 1,459 | $57,500 | 8.9% | $229,400 |
| Minong | 678 | $31,875 | 31.1% | $133,600 |
| Birchwood | 451 | $54,091 | 12.3% | $141,900 |
| Springbrook | 77 | $44,375 | 33.8% | $107,100 |
Cities Similar to Trego
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hustler | 141 | $51,500 | $143,800 | 12.7% | 17.0% |
| Cataract | 138 | $51,964 | $212,500 | 32.4% | 9.2% |
| Big Foot Prairie | 136 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 27.9% |
| Gilmanton | 148 | $52,000 | $206,600 | 6.7% | 7.4% |
| Port Wing | 148 | $52,500 | $162,500 | 38.8% | 28.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 142, Trego'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
Trego is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Washburn County. The total population is 142. It ranks as the 729th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Trego is 57.8 years. This is 44% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. Only 4.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Trego is $51,250. This is 34% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 37% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is about the same as the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Trego, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $151,400. Housing costs are 43% lower than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 83.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 23% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Trego has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.8% of all residents.
Education
11.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 97.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Trego, 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 Trego, Wisconsin?
Trego, Wisconsin has a population of 142 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Trego, WI?
The median household income in Trego is $51,250, which is 37% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Trego, WI?
The poverty rate in Trego is 10.6%. This means approximately 15 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Trego, Wisconsin?
Trego's population is 95.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Trego, WI?
The median home value in Trego is $151,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Trego, Wisconsin?
11.8% of adults (25+) in Trego hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.