Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin is 21,515 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 38th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $103,903, the median home value is $336,300, and the median age is 44.2.
The population has grown 10.4% since 2010 (19,754 → 21,802).
21,515
Population
645
People / sq mi
$103,903
Median Income
$336,300
Median Home Value
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Pleasant Prairie covers 33.4 sq mi of land at 645 people per square mile.
About Pleasant Prairie, WI
What distinguishes Pleasant Prairie is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 645 people per square mile. Pleasant Prairie is a city in Wisconsin with a population of 21,515. It ranks #38 among cities in Wisconsin by population.
Median household income is $103,903, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.9%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $336,300, with typical rent around $1,446.
Roughly 39.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. About 12.5% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Pleasant Prairie village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Pleasant Prairie village had a population of 19,754 in 2010 and 21,802 in 2024, a 10.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 21,842 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.71%.
21,802
Population (2024)
19,754
Population (2010)
21,842
Peak (2021)
0.71%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 19,754 |
| 2011 | 19,844 |
| 2012 | 19,954 |
| 2013 | 20,149 |
| 2014 | 20,405 |
| 2015 | 20,693 |
| 2016 | 20,742 |
| 2017 | 20,741 |
| 2018 | 20,861 |
| 2019 | 21,034 |
| 2020 | 21,277 |
| 2021 | 21,842 |
| 2022 | 21,705 |
| 2023 | 21,703 |
| 2024 | 21,802 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 82.6% |
| Black or African American | 2.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$103,903
Median Household Income
$48,680
Per Capita Income
5.9%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$336,300
Median Home Value
$1,446
Median Rent
77.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.5%
High School+
39.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
79.3%
Public Transit
12.5%
Work From Home
26.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
44.0%
Foreign Born
87.8%
Non-English at Home
6.5%
Veterans
13.4%
With Disability
95.1%
Health Insurance
95.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.3% |
| Manufacturing | 19.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.2% |
| Information | 6.5% |
| Retail Trade | 4.6% |
| Construction | 4.3% |
| Public Administration | 4.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.5% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin has a population of 21,515 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 38th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin is $103,903, with 5.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin is $336,300, with median monthly rent at $1,446 and a homeownership rate of 77.2%.
The median age in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin is 44.2 years. The population is 51.7% male and 48.3% female.
The population has grown 10.4% since 2010 (19,754 → 21,802).
Pleasant Prairie village, WI Climate
Pleasant Prairie village, WI has an average annual temperature of 8.4°C (47°F) and receives about 888 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.4°C
Avg Temp
888
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -7° / 20° | 43 mm |
| February | -4° / 25° | 34 mm |
| March | 1° / 35° | 62 mm |
| April | 7° / 45° | 94 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 84 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 95 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 95 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 102 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 96 mm |
| October | 11° / 51° | 62 mm |
| November | 3° / 38° | 67 mm |
| December | -3° / 26° | 54 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Pleasant Prairie village, WI
The most comfortable months to visit Pleasant Prairie village, WI are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 27°C high). The coldest is January (near -11°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.