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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

Wonewoc Quick Facts

Population 670
Median Household Income $72,708
Median Home Value $119,000
Poverty Rate 14.8%
Unemployment Rate 0.0%
Median Age 40.1 years
Homeownership Rate 82.0%
Affordability Ratio 1.6x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 19.8%
High School Graduation Rate 87.5%
Diversity Index 38/100
Population 670 472nd of 808
Median Income $72,708 average
Poverty Rate 14.8% 19% higher than national
Median Home Value $119,000 bottom 20%

How Wonewoc Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population691670-3.0%
Median household income$75,069$72,708-3.1%
Median home value$114,100$119,000+4.3%

How Wonewoc Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.4%
$25K-$50K 17.6%
$50K-$100K 31.1%
$100K+ 31.9%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.8%
$10K-$15K
5.9%
$15K-$20K
8.1%
$20K-$25K
0.7%
$25K-$30K
1.8%
$30K-$35K
3.3%
$35K-$40K
3.7%
$40K-$45K
5.1%
$45K-$50K
3.7%
$50K-$60K
5.9%
$60K-$75K
9.2%
$75K-$100K
16.1%
$100K-$125K
9.9%
$125K-$150K
7.7%
$150K-$200K
8.8%
$200K+
5.5%

Employment

0.0% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3%|National: 5.2%
60.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.0%
Renter 17.9%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
1.6x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $513/mo 8.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

38out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 37 | National average: 61

Education

Wonewoc Rankings in Wisconsin

#472 Population of 808
#353 Median Income of 788
#438 Education of 808
#699 Home Value of 799

Other Cities in Juneau County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome 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.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Sullivan663$71,250$257,40016.5%27.2%
Chief Lake660$70,833$215,00025.6%23.3%
Bancroft673$77,059$98,20019.4%17.2%
Star Prairie674$77,188$283,50015.7%11.4%
Superior653$70,694$274,20027.8%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.