Elkhorn, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Elkhorn, Wisconsin is 10,259 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 95th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $73,052, the median home value is $255,300, and the median age is 37.9.
The population has grown 0.5% since 2010 (10,068 → 10,122).
10,259
Population
1257
People / sq mi
$73,052
Median Income
$255,300
Median Home Value
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Elkhorn covers 8.2 sq mi of land at 1257 people per square mile.
About Elkhorn, WI
The poverty rate is what most separates Elkhorn from the typical city: 3.2% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Elkhorn is a city in Wisconsin with a population of 10,259.
Median household income is $73,052, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 3.2%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $255,300, with typical rent around $999.
30.1% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.5% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Elkhorn city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Elkhorn city had a population of 10,068 in 2010 and 10,122 in 2024, a 0.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,266 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.04%.
10,122
Population (2024)
10,068
Population (2010)
10,266
Peak (2020)
0.04%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,068 |
| 2011 | 10,031 |
| 2012 | 10,020 |
| 2013 | 9,930 |
| 2014 | 9,935 |
| 2015 | 9,860 |
| 2016 | 9,819 |
| 2017 | 9,921 |
| 2018 | 9,980 |
| 2019 | 10,019 |
| 2020 | 10,266 |
| 2021 | 10,249 |
| 2022 | 10,255 |
| 2023 | 10,213 |
| 2024 | 10,122 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.4% |
| Black or African American | 1.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$73,052
Median Household Income
$38,900
Per Capita Income
3.2%
Poverty Rate
0.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$255,300
Median Home Value
$999
Median Rent
56.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.1%
High School+
30.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
77.6%
Public Transit
7.5%
Work From Home
22.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.7%
Foreign Born
87.2%
Non-English at Home
5.0%
Veterans
12.8%
With Disability
92.4%
Health Insurance
94.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 22.1% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 21.0% |
| Construction | 10.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.4% |
| Information | 4.5% |
| Retail Trade | 3.0% |
| Public Administration | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elkhorn, Wisconsin has a population of 10,259 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 95th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Elkhorn, Wisconsin is $73,052, with 3.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Elkhorn, Wisconsin is $255,300, with median monthly rent at $999 and a homeownership rate of 56.1%.
The median age in Elkhorn, Wisconsin is 37.9 years. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
The population has grown 0.5% since 2010 (10,068 → 10,122).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.