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.

Melvina, WI Population, Income & Demographics 2026

Showing latest census year. Full demographic history available with a paid plan. View plans →

Demographics — 2024 ACS 5-Year Estimatesi

Census

Populationi

Median Agei

49.5

Race & Ethnicityi

White

100%89

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

1.4%1

High School Diploma

40%28

Some College (<1 yr)

2.9%2

Some College (1+ yr)

10%7

Associate's Degree

11.4%8

Bachelor's Degree

4.3%3

Master's Degree

11.4%8

HS or Higher

81.4%

BA or Higher

15.7%

Graduate+

11.4%

Housingi

Median Home Valuei

$235,000

Median Renti

—

Tenure

Owner-Occupied

70.7%29

Renter-Occupied

29.3%12

Total Units

Homeownership

70.7%

Home Values

$50K–$100K

6.9%2

$100K–$150K

17.2%5

$150K–$200K

13.8%4

$200K–$300K

17.2%5

$300K–$500K

41.4%12

$500K–$1M

3.4%1

Rent Distribution

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

Year Built

2010–2019

9.8%4

1990–1999

12.2%5

1980–1989

2.4%1

1970–1979

7.3%3

1950–1959

4.9%2

1940–1949

14.6%6

1939 or earlier

48.8%20

Heating Fuel

Bottled/LP Gas

46.3%19

Electricity

29.3%12

Fuel Oil

12.2%5

Utility Gas

7.3%3

Wood

4.9%2

Economyi

Median Household Incomei

$58,750

Mean Household Incomei

$98,039

Per Capita Incomei

$50,897

Poverty Ratei

Unemploymenti

Labor Forcei

Household Income Distribution

$20K–$25K

14.6%6

$30K–$35K

4.9%2

$35K–$40K

2.4%1

$40K–$45K

4.9%2

$50K–$60K

24.4%10

$60K–$75K

12.2%5

$75K–$100K

2.4%1

$100K–$125K

7.3%3

$150K–$200K

9.8%4

$200K+

17.1%7

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

Housing Choice Vouchers2 homes

Rental vouchers (Section 8) that help tenants pay for private-market housing

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

8(11.3% of civilian adults)