Wind Lake, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wind Lake, Wisconsin had a total population of 4,836, the 160th largest community in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $102,855, which is 33% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 33% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Wisconsin.
Wind Lake Quick Facts
How Wind Lake 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 | 5,028 | 4,836 | -3.8% |
| Median household income | $100,306 | $102,855 | +2.5% |
| Median home value | $357,500 | $386,100 | +8.0% |
How Wind Lake 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+)
Wind Lake Rankings in Wisconsin
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Other Cities in Racine County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Racine | 77,633 | $57,740 | 18.2% | $166,500 |
| Mount Pleasant | 27,953 | $91,616 | 5.9% | $292,400 |
| Caledonia | 25,257 | $93,152 | 4.5% | $303,400 |
| Burlington | 10,987 | $83,419 | 7.0% | $276,600 |
| Sturtevant | 6,772 | $92,647 | 7.4% | $253,800 |
| Waterford | 5,692 | $82,404 | 3.8% | $329,800 |
| Tichigan | 5,052 | $126,933 | 3.6% | $445,800 |
| Union Grove | 5,036 | $107,482 | 4.0% | $277,400 |
| Raymond | 3,945 | $109,464 | 5.0% | $389,700 |
| Rochester | 3,764 | $107,038 | 2.9% | $375,700 |
Cities Similar to Wind Lake
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomfield | 4,780 | $98,068 | $236,100 | 13.2% | 7.5% |
| Union Grove | 5,036 | $107,482 | $277,400 | 31.7% | 4.0% |
| Prairie du Sac | 4,382 | $101,049 | $321,300 | 44.9% | 7.7% |
| Kewaskum | 4,461 | $94,141 | $288,800 | 20.7% | 10.8% |
| West Salem | 5,330 | $97,019 | $277,100 | 46.0% | 8.6% |
Population Overview
Wind Lake is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Racine County. The total population is 4,836. It ranks as the 160th most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wind Lake is 50.0 years. This is 24% higher than the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wind Lake is $102,855. This is 33% higher than the state median of $77,485. It is also 27% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.7%. This is 46% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The unemployment rate is 4.9%. This is 51% higher than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $386,100. Housing costs are 45% higher than the state median of $266,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 75.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
Wind Lake has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.6%. The Black or African American population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 5.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 8.0%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 2.9%.
Education
31.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% 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 95.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wind Lake, 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 Wind Lake, Wisconsin?
Wind Lake, Wisconsin has a population of 4,836 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wind Lake, WI?
The median household income in Wind Lake is $102,855, which is 27% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wind Lake, WI?
The poverty rate in Wind Lake is 5.7%. This means approximately 276 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wind Lake, Wisconsin?
Wind Lake's population is 93.9% White, 0.1% Black, 3.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wind Lake, WI?
The median home value in Wind Lake is $386,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.
How educated is Wind Lake, Wisconsin?
31.8% of adults (25+) in Wind Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.