Waunakee, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Waunakee, Wisconsin is 14,927 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 60th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $128,750, the median home value is $490,300, and the median age is 39.9.
The population has grown 34.6% since 2010 (12,155 → 16,363).
14,927
Population
2017
People / sq mi
$128,750
Median Income
$490,300
Median Home Value
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Waunakee covers 7.4 sq mi of land at 2017 people per square mile.
About Waunakee, WI
Educational attainment is the headline number in Waunakee: 62.0% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. With 14,927 residents, Waunakee is a city in Wisconsin.
Median household income is $128,750, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 2.8%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $490,300, with typical rent around $1,236.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 62.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Remote work is on the higher side at 18.9%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
The education numbers are the throughline: a college-heavy population in Waunakee usually coincides with higher incomes and a workforce concentrated in professional and information industries.
Waunakee village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Waunakee village had a population of 12,155 in 2010 and 16,363 in 2024, a 34.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,363 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 2.16%.
16,363
Population (2024)
12,155
Population (2010)
16,363
Peak (2024)
2.16%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,155 |
| 2011 | 12,382 |
| 2012 | 12,632 |
| 2013 | 12,805 |
| 2014 | 13,053 |
| 2015 | 13,282 |
| 2016 | 13,592 |
| 2017 | 13,781 |
| 2018 | 13,913 |
| 2019 | 14,052 |
| 2020 | 14,918 |
| 2021 | 15,164 |
| 2022 | 15,879 |
| 2023 | 16,127 |
| 2024 | 16,363 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 88.3% |
| Black or African American | 1.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$128,750
Median Household Income
$62,751
Per Capita Income
2.8%
Poverty Rate
1.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$490,300
Median Home Value
$1,236
Median Rent
76.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
98.9%
High School+
62.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
69.9%
Public Transit
18.9%
Work From Home
21.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
27.8%
Foreign Born
93.1%
Non-English at Home
4.8%
Veterans
6.4%
With Disability
98.8%
Health Insurance
97.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 19.4% |
| Manufacturing | 10.4% |
| Information | 9.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.0% |
| Construction | 4.7% |
| Retail Trade | 4.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.3% |
| Public Administration | 2.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Waunakee, Wisconsin has a population of 14,927 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 60th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in Waunakee, Wisconsin is $128,750, with 2.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Waunakee, Wisconsin is $490,300, with median monthly rent at $1,236 and a homeownership rate of 76.9%.
The median age in Waunakee, Wisconsin is 39.9 years. The population is 52.0% male and 48.0% female.
The population has grown 34.6% since 2010 (12,155 → 16,363).
Waunakee village, WI Climate
Waunakee village, WI has an average annual temperature of 7.4°C (45°F) and receives about 834 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
7.4°C
Avg Temp
834
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -9° / 16° | 29 mm |
| February | -6° / 21° | 29 mm |
| March | 0° / 33° | 55 mm |
| April | 7° / 45° | 82 mm |
| May | 14° / 58° | 87 mm |
| June | 19° / 67° | 100 mm |
| July | 22° / 71° | 100 mm |
| August | 20° / 69° | 105 mm |
| September | 16° / 61° | 91 mm |
| October | 9° / 49° | 59 mm |
| November | 2° / 35° | 56 mm |
| December | -5° / 22° | 41 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 Waunakee village, WI
The most comfortable months to visit Waunakee village, WI are typically July, August 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 -14°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.