West Allis, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of West Allis, Wisconsin is 59,588 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 11th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $69,685, the median home value is $191,700, and the median age is 39.0.
The population has declined 1.0% since 2010 (60,418 → 59,784).
59,588
Population
5236
People / sq mi
$69,685
Median Income
$191,700
Median Home Value
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West Allis covers 11.4 sq mi of land at 5236 people per square mile.
About West Allis, WI
What distinguishes West Allis is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 5,236 people per square mile. With 59,588 residents, West Allis is a city in Wisconsin. It ranks #11 among cities in Wisconsin by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $69,685 — below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 7.0%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $191,700, with typical rent around $1,012.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 29.4% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.6% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in West Allis: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
West Allis city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of West Allis city had a population of 60,418 in 2010 and 59,784 in 2024, a -1.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 60,803 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -0.07%.
59,784
Population (2024)
60,418
Population (2010)
60,803
Peak (2013)
-0.07%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 60,418 |
| 2011 | 60,492 |
| 2012 | 60,695 |
| 2013 | 60,803 |
| 2014 | 60,765 |
| 2015 | 60,709 |
| 2016 | 60,331 |
| 2017 | 59,845 |
| 2018 | 59,410 |
| 2019 | 59,890 |
| 2020 | 60,259 |
| 2021 | 59,524 |
| 2022 | 59,150 |
| 2023 | 59,342 |
| 2024 | 59,784 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 74.5% |
| Black or African American | 6.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$69,685
Median Household Income
$39,423
Per Capita Income
7.0%
Poverty Rate
2.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$191,700
Median Home Value
$1,012
Median Rent
54.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.6%
High School+
29.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.6%
Drive Alone
79.0%
Public Transit
8.6%
Work From Home
21.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.4%
Foreign Born
86.9%
Non-English at Home
6.4%
Veterans
14.9%
With Disability
94.0%
Health Insurance
92.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.0% |
| Manufacturing | 17.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.8% |
| Retail Trade | 6.5% |
| Information | 6.0% |
| Construction | 5.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.9% |
| Public Administration | 3.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
West Allis, Wisconsin has a population of 59,588 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 11th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in West Allis, Wisconsin is $69,685, with 7.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in West Allis, Wisconsin is $191,700, with median monthly rent at $1,012 and a homeownership rate of 54.8%.
The median age in West Allis, Wisconsin is 39.0 years. The population is 50.5% male and 49.5% female.
The population has declined 1.0% since 2010 (60,418 → 59,784).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.