Salem Lakes, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Salem Lakes, Wisconsin is 14,521 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 64th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $94,554, the median home value is $281,500, and the median age is 44.4.
The population has declined 1.6% since 2010 (14,535 → 14,302).
14,521
Population
478
People / sq mi
$94,554
Median Income
$281,500
Median Home Value
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Salem Lakes covers 30.4 sq mi of land at 478 people per square mile.
About Salem Lakes, WI
Salem Lakes stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 478 people per square mile. With 14,521 residents, Salem Lakes is a city in Wisconsin.
The typical household here earns about $94,554, above the US median of $78,538. Hardship is rare relative to US cities: a poverty rate of just 1.7%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $281,500, with typical rent around $1,132.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 27.8% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 10.7% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 33 minutes each way.
Salem Lakes village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Salem Lakes village had a population of 14,535 in 2010 and 14,302 in 2024, a -1.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,852 in 2019. Average annual growth rate: -0.11%.
14,302
Population (2024)
14,535
Population (2010)
14,852
Peak (2019)
-0.11%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,535 |
| 2011 | 14,552 |
| 2012 | 14,559 |
| 2013 | 14,600 |
| 2014 | 14,637 |
| 2015 | 14,655 |
| 2016 | 14,665 |
| 2017 | 14,710 |
| 2018 | 14,787 |
| 2019 | 14,852 |
| 2020 | 14,589 |
| 2021 | 14,430 |
| 2022 | 14,272 |
| 2023 | 14,242 |
| 2024 | 14,302 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.0% |
| Black or African American | 0.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$94,554
Median Household Income
$46,879
Per Capita Income
1.7%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$281,500
Median Home Value
$1,132
Median Rent
85.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.1%
High School+
27.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.5%
Drive Alone
76.2%
Public Transit
10.7%
Work From Home
32.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
57.3%
Foreign Born
93.3%
Non-English at Home
6.2%
Veterans
11.2%
With Disability
95.1%
Health Insurance
92.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.2% |
| Manufacturing | 14.6% |
| Retail Trade | 10.1% |
| Construction | 9.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.5% |
| Information | 6.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.8% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.3% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Salem Lakes, Wisconsin has a population of 14,521 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 64th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Salem Lakes, Wisconsin is $94,554, with 1.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Salem Lakes, Wisconsin is $281,500, with median monthly rent at $1,132 and a homeownership rate of 85.6%.
The median age in Salem Lakes, Wisconsin is 44.4 years. The population is 50.4% male and 49.6% female.
The population has declined 1.6% since 2010 (14,535 → 14,302).
Salem Lakes village, WI Climate
Salem Lakes village, WI has an average annual temperature of 8.2°C (47°F) and receives about 894 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.2°C
Avg Temp
894
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -7° / 19° | 41 mm |
| February | -4° / 24° | 32 mm |
| March | 1° / 34° | 63 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 92 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 83 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 98 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 104 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 102 mm |
| September | 17° / 62° | 98 mm |
| October | 10° / 51° | 62 mm |
| November | 3° / 38° | 66 mm |
| December | -4° / 25° | 53 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 Salem Lakes village, WI
The most comfortable months to visit Salem Lakes village, WI are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -12°C low). July is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.