Union Center, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Union Center, Wisconsin had a total population of 215, the 683rd largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $64,583, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
Union Center Quick Facts
How Union Center 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 | 241 | 215 | -10.8% |
| Median household income | $62,250 | $64,583 | +3.7% |
| Median home value | $126,600 | $145,000 | +14.5% |
How Union Center 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+)
Union Center Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Juneau County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mauston | 4,248 | $63,636 | 18.5% | $150,200 |
| New Lisbon | 2,562 | $70,855 | 16.4% | $124,400 |
| Elroy | 1,522 | $58,385 | 10.1% | $136,600 |
| Necedah | 1,142 | $56,630 | 17.9% | $128,400 |
| Camp Douglas | 762 | $68,235 | 12.7% | $131,600 |
| Lyndon Station | 720 | $70,694 | 16.3% | $150,400 |
| Wonewoc | 670 | $72,708 | 14.8% | $119,000 |
| Hustler | 141 | $51,500 | 17.0% | $143,800 |
Cities Similar to Union Center
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elcho | 207 | N/A | $73,600 | 7.5% | 39.6% |
| Deer Park | 223 | $66,875 | $184,100 | 8.4% | 5.8% |
| Glidden | 215 | $57,829 | $80,000 | 13.0% | 8.8% |
| Potter | 221 | $68,750 | $177,100 | 11.7% | 3.2% |
| Mindoro | 225 | $66,563 | $216,000 | 15.8% | 19.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 215, Union Center'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
Union Center is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Juneau County. The total population is 215. It ranks as the 683rd most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Union Center is 40.8 years. This is 1% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Union Center is $64,583. This is 17% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 20% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.9%. This is 7% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Union Center, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $145,000. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Union Center is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Union Center has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.2% of all residents. Asian residents account for 0.5%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
14.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 91.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Union Center, 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 Union Center, Wisconsin?
Union Center, Wisconsin has a population of 215 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Union Center, WI?
The median household income in Union Center is $64,583, which is 20% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Union Center, WI?
The poverty rate in Union Center is 9.9%. This means approximately 21 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Union Center, Wisconsin?
Union Center's population is 90.2% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Union Center, WI?
The median home value in Union Center is $145,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Union Center, Wisconsin?
14.1% of adults (25+) in Union Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.