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.

Combined Locks, WI Population, Income & Demographics 2026

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Demographics — 2024 ACS 5-Year Estimatesi

Census

Populationi

3,622

Median Agei

44.5

Race & Ethnicityi

White

82.6%2,991

Hispanic/Latino

8.8%317

Two or More

4.7%169

Black

3.7%135

Other

0.3%10

Educational Attainment (Age 25+)i

GED/Alternative

1.6%43

High School Diploma

34.8%918

Some College (<1 yr)

1.4%37

Some College (1+ yr)

14.7%389

Associate's Degree

10.2%269

Bachelor's Degree

23.3%615

Master's Degree

6.2%164

Professional Degree

1.9%50

Doctorate

2.1%55

HS or Higher

96.2%

BA or Higher

33.5%

Graduate+

10.2%

Housingi

Median Home Valuei

$246,000

Median Renti

—

Tenure

Owner-Occupied

87%1,182

Renter-Occupied

13%176

Total Units

1,375

Homeownership

87%

Vacancy Rate

1.2%

Home Values

Under $50K

0.9%11

$100K–$150K

13.7%162

$150K–$200K

14%166

$200K–$300K

34.5%408

$300K–$500K

26.1%308

$500K–$1M

10.7%127

Rent Distribution

$500–$750

$750–$1,000

$1,000–$1,250

$1,500–$2,000

$2,000+

Year Built

2020 or later

1.6%22

2010–2019

6.7%92

2000–2009

20.9%287

1990–1999

16.4%225

1980–1989

1.5%21

1970–1979

5.7%78

1960–1969

18.5%254

1950–1959

15.6%215

1940–1949

3.9%53

1939 or earlier

9.3%128

Heating Fuel

Utility Gas

82%1,113

Electricity

13.3%181

Bottled/LP Gas

2.4%32

Fuel Oil

1.2%16

Wood

1.2%16

Economyi

Median Household Incomei

$93,490

Mean Household Incomei

$121,373

Per Capita Incomei

$49,426

Poverty Ratei

Unemploymenti

5.2%

Labor Forcei

1,960

Household Income Distribution

Under $10K

3.2%43

$20K–$25K

5%68

$30K–$35K

2.4%32

$35K–$40K

1.3%17

$40K–$45K

2.5%34

$45K–$50K

3%41

$50K–$60K

8.5%116

$60K–$75K

14.7%200

$75K–$100K

14.5%197

$100K–$125K

11.1%151

$125K–$150K

6.3%85

$150K–$200K

12.5%170

$200K+

15%204

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 Vouchers7 homes

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

Social Characteristicsi

Marital Status (15+)i

Veteransi

173(6.2% of civilian adults)