Whittlesey, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Whittlesey, Wisconsin had a total population of 77, the 782nd largest community in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $54,583, which is 30% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 28.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (28.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Whittlesey Quick Facts
How Whittlesey 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 | 93 | 77 | -17.2% |
| Median household income | $63,250 | $54,583 | -13.7% |
| Median home value | $176,800 | $137,500 | -22.2% |
How Whittlesey 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+)
Whittlesey Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Taylor County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medford | 4,431 | $59,842 | 7.9% | $186,600 |
| Rib Lake | 888 | $57,632 | 16.4% | $99,400 |
| Stetsonville | 575 | $54,756 | 11.3% | $182,500 |
| Gilman | 388 | $53,929 | 13.3% | $122,700 |
| Westboro | 227 | $58,750 | 5.8% | $107,800 |
| Lublin | 110 | $63,750 | 7.3% | $121,600 |
| Chelsea | 75 | $40,625 | 52.0% | $112,500 |
| Jump River | 43 | N/A | 27.9% | $99,100 |
Cities Similar to Whittlesey
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodford | 75 | N/A | $98,500 | 0.0% | 1.3% |
| Conrath | 70 | N/A | $153,100 | 7.5% | 1.4% |
| Springbrook | 77 | $44,375 | $107,100 | 2.9% | 33.8% |
| Herbster | 83 | $50,833 | $275,000 | 34.6% | 19.3% |
| Stockholm | 74 | $66,607 | $287,500 | 51.3% | 5.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 77, Whittlesey'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
Whittlesey is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Taylor County. The total population is 77. It ranks as the 782nd most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Whittlesey is 59.3 years. This is 48% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Whittlesey is $54,583. This is 30% lower than the state median of $77,485. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 28.6%. This is 171% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 86% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $137,500. Housing costs are 48% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Whittlesey is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Whittlesey was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
11.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% 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 98.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Whittlesey, 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 Whittlesey, Wisconsin?
Whittlesey, Wisconsin has a population of 77 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Whittlesey, WI?
The median household income in Whittlesey is $54,583, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Whittlesey, WI?
The poverty rate in Whittlesey is 28.6%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Whittlesey, Wisconsin?
Whittlesey's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Whittlesey, WI?
The median home value in Whittlesey is $137,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Whittlesey, Wisconsin?
11.1% of adults (25+) in Whittlesey hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.