Stevens Point, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Stevens Point, Wisconsin is 25,497 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 31st-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $56,218, the median home value is $189,700, and the median age is 28.7.
The population has declined 0.9% since 2010 (26,705 → 26,465).
25,497
Population
1474
People / sq mi
$56,218
Median Income
$189,700
Median Home Value
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Stevens Point covers 17.3 sq mi of land at 1474 people per square mile.
About Stevens Point, WI
Stevens Point skews on age — the median resident is 28.7, younger than the national median. Stevens Point is a city in Wisconsin with a population of 25,497. It ranks #31 among cities in Wisconsin by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $56,218, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.3%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $189,700, with typical rent around $874.
Roughly 39.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.8%, and the average commute runs about 17 minutes each way.
Stevens Point city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Stevens Point city had a population of 26,705 in 2010 and 26,465 in 2024, a -0.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 26,870 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: -0.05%.
26,465
Population (2024)
26,705
Population (2010)
26,870
Peak (2012)
-0.05%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 26,705 |
| 2011 | 26,707 |
| 2012 | 26,870 |
| 2013 | 26,839 |
| 2014 | 26,644 |
| 2015 | 26,609 |
| 2016 | 26,383 |
| 2017 | 26,215 |
| 2018 | 26,137 |
| 2019 | 25,880 |
| 2020 | 25,707 |
| 2021 | 24,598 |
| 2022 | 25,878 |
| 2023 | 26,235 |
| 2024 | 26,465 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.4% |
| Black or African American | 1.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$56,218
Median Household Income
$32,670
Per Capita Income
5.3%
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$189,700
Median Home Value
$874
Median Rent
49.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.9%
High School+
39.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.7%
Drive Alone
68.2%
Public Transit
10.8%
Work From Home
16.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.5%
Foreign Born
96.3%
Non-English at Home
5.2%
Veterans
13.0%
With Disability
93.7%
Health Insurance
95.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.5% |
| Manufacturing | 16.1% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.7% |
| Information | 8.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.9% |
| Construction | 3.9% |
| Retail Trade | 3.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.7% |
| Public Administration | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Stevens Point, Wisconsin has a population of 25,497 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 31st-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Stevens Point, Wisconsin is $56,218, with 5.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Stevens Point, Wisconsin is $189,700, with median monthly rent at $874 and a homeownership rate of 49.8%.
The median age in Stevens Point, Wisconsin is 28.7 years. The population is 50.5% male and 49.5% female.
The population has declined 0.9% since 2010 (26,705 → 26,465).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.