West Bend, Wisconsin Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of West Bend, Wisconsin is 31,722 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 26th-largest city in Wisconsin. The median household income is $75,043, the median home value is $244,500, and the median age is 39.9.
The population has grown 3.0% since 2010 (31,206 → 32,149).
31,722
Population
2038
People / sq mi
$75,043
Median Income
$244,500
Median Home Value
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West Bend covers 15.6 sq mi of land at 2038 people per square mile.
About West Bend, WI
West Bend is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 15.7% of the population. With 31,722 residents, West Bend is a city in Wisconsin. It ranks #26 among cities in Wisconsin by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $75,043 — near the US median of $78,538. About 4.8% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $244,500, with typical rent around $1,033.
Roughly 29.4% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 8.0% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
West Bend city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of West Bend city had a population of 31,206 in 2010 and 32,149 in 2024, a 3.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 32,226 in 2023. Average annual growth rate: 0.21%.
32,149
Population (2024)
31,206
Population (2010)
32,226
Peak (2023)
0.21%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 31,206 |
| 2011 | 31,434 |
| 2012 | 31,583 |
| 2013 | 31,576 |
| 2014 | 31,724 |
| 2015 | 31,685 |
| 2016 | 31,636 |
| 2017 | 31,540 |
| 2018 | 31,535 |
| 2019 | 31,563 |
| 2020 | 31,745 |
| 2021 | 31,848 |
| 2022 | 32,222 |
| 2023 | 32,226 |
| 2024 | 32,149 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.1% |
| Black or African American | 2.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$75,043
Median Household Income
$39,939
Per Capita Income
4.8%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$244,500
Median Home Value
$1,033
Median Rent
66.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.2%
High School+
29.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.4%
Drive Alone
81.4%
Public Transit
8.0%
Work From Home
25.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.7%
Foreign Born
97.1%
Non-English at Home
6.6%
Veterans
12.7%
With Disability
95.4%
Health Insurance
94.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Manufacturing | 23.6% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 20.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 7.2% |
| Construction | 5.7% |
| Information | 5.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.5% |
| Retail Trade | 3.6% |
| Public Administration | 3.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
West Bend, Wisconsin has a population of 31,722 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 26th-largest city in Wisconsin.
The median household income in West Bend, Wisconsin is $75,043, with 4.8% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in West Bend, Wisconsin is $244,500, with median monthly rent at $1,033 and a homeownership rate of 66.8%.
The median age in West Bend, Wisconsin is 39.9 years. The population is 48.3% male and 51.7% female.
The population has grown 3.0% since 2010 (31,206 → 32,149).
West Bend city, WI Climate
West Bend city, WI has an average annual temperature of 7.4°C (45°F) and receives about 813 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
813
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -8° / 17° | 30 mm |
| February | -6° / 22° | 26 mm |
| March | 0° / 32° | 50 mm |
| April | 7° / 44° | 75 mm |
| May | 13° / 56° | 75 mm |
| June | 19° / 65° | 89 mm |
| July | 21° / 70° | 95 mm |
| August | 20° / 69° | 97 mm |
| September | 16° / 60° | 106 mm |
| October | 10° / 49° | 68 mm |
| November | 2° / 36° | 60 mm |
| December | -5° / 23° | 42 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 West Bend city, WI
The most comfortable months to visit West Bend city, WI are typically July, August 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 -13°C low). September is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.