Mequon, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Mequon, Wisconsin is 25,259 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 34th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $147,391, the median home value is $485,300, and the median age is 46.7.
The population has grown 9.5% since 2010 (23,122 → 25,329).
25,259
Population
546
People / sq mi
$147,391
Median Income
$485,300
Median Home Value
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Mequon covers 46.3 sq mi of land at 546 people per square mile.
About Mequon, WI
What distinguishes Mequon is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 546 people per square mile. With 25,259 residents, Mequon is a city in Wisconsin. It ranks #34 among cities in Wisconsin by population.
Income is a real outlier — the median household pulls in $147,391, putting Mequon near the top of US cities. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 2.1% — below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $485,300, with typical rent around $2,271.
Mequon is among the best-educated US cities: 69.5% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national 35.0%. About 22.5% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Mequon city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Mequon city had a population of 23,122 in 2010 and 25,329 in 2024, a 9.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 25,334 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 0.66%.
25,329
Population (2024)
23,122
Population (2010)
25,334
Peak (2023)
0.66%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 23,122 |
| 2011 | 23,259 |
| 2012 | 23,335 |
| 2013 | 23,404 |
| 2014 | 23,524 |
| 2015 | 23,948 |
| 2016 | 24,070 |
| 2017 | 24,021 |
| 2018 | 24,362 |
| 2019 | 24,382 |
| 2020 | 25,136 |
| 2021 | 25,239 |
| 2022 | 25,315 |
| 2023 | 25,334 |
| 2024 | 25,329 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 87.6% |
| Black or African American | 2.5% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$147,391
Median Household Income
$79,269
Per Capita Income
2.1%
Poverty Rate
1.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$485,300
Median Home Value
$2,271
Median Rent
83.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
98.6%
High School+
69.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
68.6%
Public Transit
22.5%
Work From Home
22.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
28.3%
Foreign Born
91.0%
Non-English at Home
3.6%
Veterans
9.7%
With Disability
99.0%
Health Insurance
97.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 16.3% |
| Manufacturing | 14.7% |
| Information | 11.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.6% |
| Construction | 3.0% |
| Public Administration | 2.7% |
| Retail Trade | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Mequon, Wisconsin has a population of 25,259 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 34th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Mequon, Wisconsin is $147,391, with 2.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Mequon, Wisconsin is $485,300, with median monthly rent at $2,271 and a homeownership rate of 83.9%.
The median age in Mequon, Wisconsin is 46.7 years. The population is 47.9% male and 52.1% female.
The population has grown 9.5% since 2010 (23,122 → 25,329).
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.