Beloit, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Beloit, Wisconsin is 36,554 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 21st-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $59,975, the median home value is $133,500, and the median age is 33.6.
The population has declined 0.9% since 2010 (36,970 → 36,633).
36,554
Population
2104
People / sq mi
$59,975
Median Income
$133,500
Median Home Value
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Beloit covers 17.4 sq mi of land at 2104 people per square mile.
About Beloit, WI
In Beloit, home values do the distinguishing — a median of $133,500. With 36,554 residents, Beloit is a city in Wisconsin. It ranks #21 among cities in Wisconsin by population.
The typical household earns $59,975, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.0%, close to the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $133,500, with typical rent around $989.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 18.0% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.3%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Beloit city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Beloit city had a population of 36,970 in 2010 and 36,633 in 2024, a -0.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 36,970 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.06%.
36,633
Population (2024)
36,970
Population (2010)
36,970
Peak (2010)
-0.06%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 36,970 |
| 2011 | 36,833 |
| 2012 | 36,787 |
| 2013 | 36,758 |
| 2014 | 36,781 |
| 2015 | 36,751 |
| 2016 | 36,680 |
| 2017 | 36,833 |
| 2018 | 36,969 |
| 2019 | 36,926 |
| 2020 | 36,721 |
| 2021 | 36,467 |
| 2022 | 36,460 |
| 2023 | 36,487 |
| 2024 | 36,633 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 62.6% |
| Black or African American | 13.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$59,975
Median Household Income
$29,783
Per Capita Income
12.0%
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$133,500
Median Home Value
$989
Median Rent
59.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.9%
High School+
18.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.6%
Drive Alone
78.0%
Public Transit
6.3%
Work From Home
23.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
28.3%
Foreign Born
81.9%
Non-English at Home
5.4%
Veterans
13.8%
With Disability
91.1%
Health Insurance
94.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 24.6% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 19.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.3% |
| Retail Trade | 7.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.8% |
| Construction | 3.7% |
| Public Administration | 3.0% |
| Information | 2.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.8% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Beloit, Wisconsin has a population of 36,554 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 21st-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Beloit, Wisconsin is $59,975, with 12.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Beloit, Wisconsin is $133,500, with median monthly rent at $989 and a homeownership rate of 59.0%.
The median age in Beloit, Wisconsin is 33.6 years. The population is 48.1% male and 51.9% female.
The population has declined 0.9% since 2010 (36,970 → 36,633).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.