Whiting, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Whiting, Wisconsin had a total population of 1,493, the 316th largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $73,063, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.5%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Whiting Quick Facts
How Whiting 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 | 1,496 | 1,493 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $72,257 | $73,063 | +1.1% |
| Median home value | $206,300 | $220,000 | +6.6% |
How Whiting 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+)
Whiting Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Portage County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Point | 25,785 | $58,031 | 16.6% | $195,400 |
| Plover | 13,884 | $88,042 | 9.2% | $269,800 |
| Amherst | 1,113 | $64,922 | 6.6% | $244,300 |
| Polonia | 776 | $119,154 | 3.4% | $342,700 |
| Bancroft | 673 | $77,059 | 17.2% | $98,200 |
| Park Ridge | 626 | $96,750 | 4.6% | $287,800 |
| Rosholt | 460 | $66,250 | 6.1% | $193,800 |
| Almond | 441 | $72,431 | 10.9% | $153,800 |
| Amherst Junction | 341 | $106,250 | 2.4% | $314,300 |
| Junction City | 311 | $62,778 | 21.2% | $145,300 |
Cities Similar to Whiting
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauderdale Lakes | 1,469 | $74,313 | $378,300 | 43.8% | 4.5% |
| Cadott | 1,449 | $71,111 | $172,900 | 14.0% | 15.8% |
| Orfordville | 1,473 | $65,417 | $194,900 | 28.7% | 8.8% |
| Bangor | 1,517 | $81,250 | $218,000 | 30.8% | 8.6% |
| Lannon | 1,482 | $83,889 | $260,000 | 43.8% | 1.4% |
Population Overview
Whiting is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Portage County. The total population is 1,493. It ranks as the 316th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Whiting is 48.3 years. This is 20% higher than the state median of 40.2 years. 19.0% 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 Whiting is $73,063. This is 6% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.5%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $220,000. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 74.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Whiting has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.0% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 3.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 8.0%.
Education
30.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% 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 95.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Whiting, 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 Whiting, Wisconsin?
Whiting, Wisconsin has a population of 1,493 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Whiting, WI?
The median household income in Whiting is $73,063, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Whiting, WI?
The poverty rate in Whiting is 6.5%. This means approximately 93 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Whiting, Wisconsin?
Whiting's population is 89.0% White, 3.9% Black, 1.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Whiting, WI?
The median home value in Whiting is $220,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Whiting, Wisconsin?
30.8% of adults (25+) in Whiting hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.