Wonewoc, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wonewoc, Wisconsin had a total population of 670, the 472nd largest village in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $72,708, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.8%.
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 1.6x.
Wonewoc Quick Facts
How Wonewoc 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 | 691 | 670 | -3.0% |
| Median household income | $75,069 | $72,708 | -3.1% |
| Median home value | $114,100 | $119,000 | +4.3% |
How Wonewoc 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+)
Wonewoc 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 |
| Union Center | 215 | $64,583 | 9.9% | $145,000 |
| Hustler | 141 | $51,500 | 17.0% | $143,800 |
Cities Similar to Wonewoc
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sullivan | 663 | $71,250 | $257,400 | 16.5% | 27.2% |
| Chief Lake | 660 | $70,833 | $215,000 | 25.6% | 23.3% |
| Bancroft | 673 | $77,059 | $98,200 | 19.4% | 17.2% |
| Star Prairie | 674 | $77,188 | $283,500 | 15.7% | 11.4% |
| Superior | 653 | $70,694 | $274,200 | 27.8% | 8.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 670, Wonewoc'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
Wonewoc is a small community located in Wisconsin, within Juneau County. The total population is 670. It ranks as the 472nd most populous out of 808 Census-designated places in Wisconsin.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wonewoc is 40.1 years. This is about the same as the state median of 40.2 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wonewoc is $72,708. 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 14.8%. This is 40% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.5%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Wonewoc, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $119,000. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $266,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Wonewoc is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 82.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 67.8%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wonewoc is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.2%. The Black or African American population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
19.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 41% 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 87.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wonewoc, 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 Wonewoc, Wisconsin?
Wonewoc, Wisconsin has a population of 670 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wonewoc, WI?
The median household income in Wonewoc is $72,708, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wonewoc, WI?
The poverty rate in Wonewoc is 14.8%. This means approximately 99 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wonewoc, Wisconsin?
Wonewoc's population is 77.2% White, 1.6% Black, 5.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wonewoc, WI?
The median home value in Wonewoc is $119,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.6x.
How educated is Wonewoc, Wisconsin?
19.8% of adults (25+) in Wonewoc hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.