Germantown, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Germantown, Wisconsin is 20,940 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 39th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $104,337, the median home value is $356,700, and the median age is 42.3.
The population has grown 5.3% since 2010 (19,967 → 21,032).
20,940
Population
609
People / sq mi
$104,337
Median Income
$356,700
Median Home Value
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Germantown covers 34.4 sq mi of land at 609 people per square mile.
About Germantown, WI
What distinguishes Germantown is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 609 people per square mile. Germantown is a city in Wisconsin with a population of 20,940. It ranks #39 among cities in Wisconsin by population.
Median household income is $104,337, above the US median of $78,538. Very few residents live in poverty — 1.6%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $356,700, with typical rent around $1,310.
About 48.3% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. About 16.4% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Germantown village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Germantown village had a population of 19,967 in 2010 and 21,032 in 2024, a 5.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,032 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.38%.
21,032
Population (2024)
19,967
Population (2010)
21,032
Peak (2024)
0.38%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,967 |
| 2011 | 19,957 |
| 2012 | 20,002 |
| 2013 | 20,020 |
| 2014 | 20,153 |
| 2015 | 20,225 |
| 2016 | 20,221 |
| 2017 | 20,172 |
| 2018 | 20,127 |
| 2019 | 20,116 |
| 2020 | 20,913 |
| 2021 | 20,958 |
| 2022 | 20,940 |
| 2023 | 20,999 |
| 2024 | 21,032 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 84.3% |
| Black or African American | 4.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$104,337
Median Household Income
$52,888
Per Capita Income
1.6%
Poverty Rate
1.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$356,700
Median Home Value
$1,310
Median Rent
75.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.9%
High School+
48.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
78.3%
Public Transit
16.4%
Work From Home
22.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.6%
Foreign Born
92.1%
Non-English at Home
5.6%
Veterans
8.1%
With Disability
97.5%
Health Insurance
97.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.5% |
| Manufacturing | 20.9% |
| Information | 11.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.3% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.4% |
| Retail Trade | 3.2% |
| Public Administration | 1.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Germantown, Wisconsin has a population of 20,940 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 39th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Germantown, Wisconsin is $104,337, with 1.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Germantown, Wisconsin is $356,700, with median monthly rent at $1,310 and a homeownership rate of 75.9%.
The median age in Germantown, Wisconsin is 42.3 years. The population is 50.4% male and 49.6% female.
The population has grown 5.3% since 2010 (19,967 → 21,032).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.