DeForest, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of DeForest, Wisconsin is 10,853 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 90th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $106,223, the median home value is $337,500, and the median age is 38.8.
The population has grown 36.4% since 2010 (8,989 → 12,260).
10,853
Population
1152
People / sq mi
$106,223
Median Income
$337,500
Median Home Value
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DeForest covers 9.4 sq mi of land at 1152 people per square mile.
About DeForest, WI
What distinguishes DeForest is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 1,152 people per square mile. With 10,853 residents, DeForest is a city in Wisconsin.
Households take in a median $106,223, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 6.1%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $337,500, with typical rent around $1,381.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 40.7% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. About 16.0% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
DeForest village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of DeForest village had a population of 8,989 in 2010 and 12,260 in 2024, a 36.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,260 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.26%.
12,260
Population (2024)
8,989
Population (2010)
12,260
Peak (2024)
2.26%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 8,989 |
| 2011 | 9,125 |
| 2012 | 9,271 |
| 2013 | 9,390 |
| 2014 | 9,489 |
| 2015 | 9,559 |
| 2016 | 9,708 |
| 2017 | 10,387 |
| 2018 | 10,542 |
| 2019 | 10,691 |
| 2020 | 10,819 |
| 2021 | 11,220 |
| 2022 | 11,344 |
| 2023 | 11,880 |
| 2024 | 12,260 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 81.5% |
| Black or African American | 2.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$106,223
Median Household Income
$48,461
Per Capita Income
6.1%
Poverty Rate
1.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$337,500
Median Home Value
$1,381
Median Rent
76.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.6%
High School+
40.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
75.4%
Public Transit
16.0%
Work From Home
25.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
22.8%
Foreign Born
96.4%
Non-English at Home
5.0%
Veterans
8.0%
With Disability
97.1%
Health Insurance
97.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.7% |
| Manufacturing | 9.3% |
| Public Administration | 8.7% |
| Construction | 8.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.1% |
| Information | 5.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.5% |
| Retail Trade | 3.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
DeForest, Wisconsin has a population of 10,853 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 90th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in DeForest, Wisconsin is $106,223, with 6.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in DeForest, Wisconsin is $337,500, with median monthly rent at $1,381 and a homeownership rate of 76.1%.
The median age in DeForest, Wisconsin is 38.8 years. The population is 47.5% male and 52.5% female.
The population has grown 36.4% since 2010 (8,989 → 12,260).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.