Unity, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Unity, Wisconsin had a total population of 378, the 587th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $56,827, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.9%.
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 1.9x.
Unity Quick Facts
How Unity 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 | 373 | 378 | +1.3% |
| Median household income | $58,125 | $56,827 | -2.2% |
| Median home value | $105,300 | $105,300 | +0.0% |
How Unity 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+)
Unity Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Marathon County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wausau | 39,996 | $64,389 | 14.6% | $167,900 |
| Marshfield | 18,700 | $58,407 | 11.6% | $177,800 |
| Weston | 15,749 | $78,207 | 5.5% | $229,300 |
| Kronenwetter | 8,395 | $115,044 | 6.7% | $273,300 |
| Rib Mountain | 7,289 | $94,294 | 3.6% | $255,900 |
| Rothschild | 5,600 | $88,261 | 8.5% | $203,600 |
| Mosinee | 4,498 | $73,479 | 9.3% | $156,100 |
| Maine | 2,602 | $110,721 | 2.8% | $277,500 |
| Schofield | 2,120 | $65,583 | 8.0% | $154,000 |
| Abbotsford | 2,024 | $68,580 | 9.5% | $151,500 |
Cities Similar to Unity
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kendall | 379 | $58,750 | $107,500 | 16.6% | 6.9% |
| Scandinavia | 379 | $59,375 | $165,900 | 15.6% | 4.2% |
| Clayton | 370 | $58,750 | $135,700 | 10.6% | 16.2% |
| Gilman | 388 | $53,929 | $122,700 | 14.0% | 13.3% |
| Sobieski | 382 | $62,135 | $330,200 | 7.6% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 378, Unity'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
Unity is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Marathon County. The total population is 378. It ranks as the 587th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Unity is 41.1 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Unity is $56,827. This is 27% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.9%. This is 70% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 80% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $105,300. Housing costs are 60% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Unity is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Unity is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.4%. The Black or African American population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (16.4% vs 8.0%).
Education
10.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 68% 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 85.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Unity, 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 Unity, Wisconsin?
Unity, Wisconsin has a population of 378 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Unity, WI?
The median household income in Unity is $56,827, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Unity, WI?
The poverty rate in Unity is 17.9%. This means approximately 66 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Unity, Wisconsin?
Unity's population is 79.6% White, 0.3% Black, 16.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Unity, WI?
The median home value in Unity is $105,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Unity, Wisconsin?
10.5% of adults (25+) in Unity hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.