Milwaukee, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 569,756 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest city in the United States and the 1st-largest in Wisconsin. The median household income is $51,888, the median home value is $172,000, and the median age is 32.2.
The population has declined 5.3% since 2010 (594,865 → 563,531).
569,756
Population
5924
People / sq mi
$51,888
Median Income
$172,000
Median Home Value
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Milwaukee covers 96.2 sq mi of land at 5924 people per square mile.
About Milwaukee, WI
Homeownership is the standout figure in Milwaukee: 41.5% of homes are owner-occupied, lower than the national rate. Milwaukee is a city in Wisconsin with a population of 569,756. It is the #1-largest of all cities in Wisconsin nationally.
The typical household earns $51,888, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 18.6%, is among the steepest of comparable US cities and above the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $172,000, with typical rent around $1,033.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 26.6% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 11.2% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Milwaukee city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Milwaukee city had a population of 594,865 in 2010 and 563,531 in 2024, a -5.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 600,664 in 2014. Average annual growth rate: -0.38%.
563,531
Population (2024)
594,865
Population (2010)
600,664
Peak (2014)
-0.38%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 594,865 |
| 2011 | 597,086 |
| 2012 | 598,569 |
| 2013 | 599,916 |
| 2014 | 600,664 |
| 2015 | 600,477 |
| 2016 | 596,996 |
| 2017 | 593,725 |
| 2018 | 591,375 |
| 2019 | 590,157 |
| 2020 | 577,157 |
| 2021 | 566,415 |
| 2022 | 564,614 |
| 2023 | 563,052 |
| 2024 | 563,531 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 36.5% |
| Black or African American | 38.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$51,888
Median Household Income
$29,679
Per Capita Income
18.6%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$172,000
Median Home Value
$1,033
Median Rent
41.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
85.5%
High School+
26.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
5.4%
Drive Alone
67.8%
Public Transit
11.2%
Work From Home
22.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.0%
Foreign Born
78.2%
Non-English at Home
3.8%
Veterans
13.2%
With Disability
90.9%
Health Insurance
93.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.3% |
| Manufacturing | 15.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.8% |
| Retail Trade | 5.8% |
| Information | 5.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.3% |
| Construction | 4.3% |
| Public Administration | 3.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Milwaukee, Wisconsin has a population of 569,756 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest city in the United States and the 1st-largest in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is $51,888, with 18.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is $172,000, with median monthly rent at $1,033 and a homeownership rate of 41.5%.
The median age in Milwaukee, Wisconsin is 32.2 years. The population is 48.4% male and 51.6% female.
The population has declined 5.3% since 2010 (594,865 → 563,531).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.