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Population Review

Marshfield, Wisconsin Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Marshfield, Wisconsin is 18,718 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 45th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $59,294, the median home value is $169,900, and the median age is 43.1.

The population has declined 0.6% since 2010 (19,097 → 18,973).

18,718

Population

1356

People / sq mi

$59,294

Median Income

$169,900

Median Home Value

Marshfield covers 13.8 sq mi of land at 1356 people per square mile.

About Marshfield, WI

Marshfield is a city in Wisconsin with a population of 18,718. It ranks #45 among cities in Wisconsin by population. The median age is 43.1, older than the national median. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

The median household income in Marshfield is $59,294, below the US median of $74,580. 7.0% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $169,900, with monthly rent averaging $798. The homeownership rate of 62.4% is close to the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Marshfield reflects 26.0% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 10.0% of workers primarily work from home, below the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 15.9 minutes each way.

Marshfield city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Marshfield city had a population of 19,097 in 2010 and 18,973 in 2024, a -0.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 19,097 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.04%.

2010 · 19K20102024

18,973

Population (2024)

19,097

Population (2010)

19,097

Peak (2010)

-0.04%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201019,097
201119,022
201218,897
201318,748
201418,703
201518,617
201618,503
201718,376
201818,293
201918,471
202018,945
202118,854
202218,988
202319,016
202418,973

Race & Ethnicity

White92.7%
Black or African American1.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.1%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$59,294

Median Household Income

$40,029

Per Capita Income

7.0%

Poverty Rate

2.0%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$169,900

Median Home Value

$798

Median Rent

62.4%

Owner-Occupied

Education

94.8%

High School+

26.0%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.0%

Drive Alone

74.9%

Public Transit

10.0%

Work From Home

15.9 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

20.4%

Foreign Born

95.8%

Non-English at Home

7.7%

Veterans

15.9%

With Disability

96.6%

Health Insurance

93.7%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management34.3%
Manufacturing17.7%
Education, Health Care & Social Services8.4%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate5.4%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.6%
Information4.3%
Retail Trade4.2%
Construction3.5%
Public Administration1.6%
Transportation & Warehousing0.7%
Agriculture & Mining0.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Marshfield, Wisconsin has a population of 18,718 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 45th-largest city in Wisconsin.

The median household income in Marshfield, Wisconsin is $59,294, with 7.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Marshfield, Wisconsin is $169,900, with median monthly rent at $798 and a homeownership rate of 62.4%.

The median age in Marshfield, Wisconsin is 43.1 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.

The population has declined 0.6% since 2010 (19,097 → 18,973).

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.