Where does this demographic data come from?

All demographic data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, which samples about 3.5 million households annually. The 5-year estimates provide the most reliable data for small geographies like municipalities.

What is the difference between Census data and ACS data?

The decennial Census (conducted every 10 years) is a full population count focusing on basic demographics. The ACS is an ongoing survey that collects detailed data on income, education, housing, commute patterns, and more. ACS data is updated annually but represents averages over a 5-year period.

How accurate is this data for small towns?

For smaller municipalities, ACS estimates have wider margins of error because fewer residents are sampled. The 5-year estimates reduce this uncertainty by averaging over a longer period. For towns under 5,000 people, treat specific numbers as approximations rather than precise counts.

Merrillan, WI Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographics — 2024 ACS 5-Year Estimatesi

Census

Populationi

527

Median Agei

Race & Ethnicityi

White

77%406

American Indian/Alaska Native

7.6%40

Two or More

6.5%34

Hispanic/Latino

4.7%25

Black

2.5%13

Asian

0.9%5

Other

0.8%4

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

5.9%19

High School Diploma

35.3%114

Some College (<1 yr)

5.9%19

Some College (1+ yr)

20.7%67

Associate's Degree

12.4%40

Bachelor's Degree

6.2%20

Master's Degree

2.2%7

Professional Degree

1.9%6

Doctorate

2.8%9

HS or Higher

93.2%

BA or Higher

13%

Graduate+

6.8%

Housingi

Median Home Valuei

$139,600

Median Renti

$775

Tenure

Owner-Occupied

72.4%155

Renter-Occupied

27.6%59

Total Units

250

Homeownership

72.4%

Vacancy Rate

14.4%

Home Values

Under $50K

11%17

$50K–$100K

25.8%40

$100K–$150K

18.1%28

$150K–$200K

20.6%32

$200K–$300K

18.7%29

$300K–$500K

5.8%9

Rent Distribution

Under $500

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

$1,250–$1,500

$1,500–$2,000

Year Built

2010–2019

2.4%6

2000–2009

10%25

1990–1999

8.8%22

1980–1989

9.6%24

1970–1979

14.4%36

1960–1969

5.6%14

1950–1959

10%25

1940–1949

11.2%28

1939 or earlier

28%70

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

70.6%151

Bottled/LP Gas

10.7%23

Electricity

10.3%22

Fuel Oil

3.7%8

Other

3.7%8

Wood

0.9%2

Economyi

Median Household Incomei

$52,273

Mean Household Incomei

$58,485

Per Capita Incomei

$27,460

Poverty Ratei

19.4%

Unemploymenti

15.4%

Labor Forcei

272

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

7%15

$10K–$15K

7.9%17

$15K–$20K

3.7%8

$20K–$25K

8.4%18

$25K–$30K

5.6%12

$30K–$35K

2.3%5

$35K–$40K

3.7%8

$40K–$45K

3.3%7

$45K–$50K

3.3%7

$50K–$60K

15.9%34

$60K–$75K

12.1%26

$75K–$100K

10.3%22

$100K–$125K

7.9%17

$125K–$150K

3.7%8

$150K–$200K

4.7%10

Federally Subsidized Housingi

HUD

The federal government helps low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities afford housing through several programs. Residents typically pay about 30% of their income toward rent, with the government covering the rest. This data shows how many households in this community receive that assistance.

Subsidized Homesi

Programs in this community

Project Based Section 87 homes

Privately owned apartments with rent subsidies tied to the building

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

37(9.1% of civilian adults)