New Berlin city, Wisconsin
New Berlin city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
New Berlin city is a geographic entity located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 39,953. The land area covers 36.43 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 39,953 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 45.2 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,064 | ±545 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 17,577 | ±501 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,064 | ±545 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 513 | ±202 |
| Median Home Value | $365,700 | ±$8,995 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,426 | ±$49 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $101,091 | ±$4,499 |
| Per Capita Income | $56,460 | ±$2,966 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.1% | ±0.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,644 | ±377 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 20,479 | ±676 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.3% | ±0.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 40,302 (2024)
ID: 188022
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
3805 S CASPER DR, NEW BERLIN WI 53151-5009
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GUS Population: 417,029 (2024)
ID: 136514
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BUDGET MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST
515 W MORELAND BLVD, STE G72, WAUKESHA WI 53188-2428
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School New Berlin | 07-12 | New Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School New Berlin | KG-06 | New Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School New Berlin | PK-05 | New Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School New Berlin | 07-12 | New Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School New Berlin | KG-06 | New Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School New Berlin | KG-06 | New Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School New Berlin | KG-06 | New Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Milwaukee, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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FROEDTERT COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 4805 S MOORLAND RD, NEW BERLIN, WI, 53151 |
(262) 796-0001
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VICI Beauty School
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College | 4.0 mi away | 4111 S. 108th Street, Greenfield, WI, 53228 |
4144251700
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NEW BERLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 15105 LIBRARY LN., NEW BERLIN, WI, 53151 |
(262) 785-4980
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Ottawa University-Milwaukee
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College | 4.0 mi away | 245 South Executive Drive, Suite 340, Brookfield, WI, 53005 |
2628790200
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MUSKEGO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | S73 W16663 JANESVILLE RD., MUSKEGO, WI, 53150 |
(262) 971-2119
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Herzing University-Brookfield
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College | 4.5 mi away | 15895 W Bluemound Rd, Brookfield, WI, 53005 |
2626491710
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HALES CORNERS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 5885 S. 116TH ST., HALES CORNERS, WI, 53130 |
(414) 529-6150
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Carroll University
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College | 5.5 mi away | 100 N East Ave, Waukesha, WI, 53186 |
2625471211
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ELM GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 13600 JUNEAU BLVD., ELM GROVE, WI, 53122 |
(262) 782-6717
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Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology
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College | 6.0 mi away | 7335 S Hwy 100, Franklin, WI, 53132 |
4144258300
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at HALES CORNERS/WHITNALL PARK/BO, WI US, located 5.6 miles from New Berlin city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.8° | 12.2° | 21.0° | 1.80" | — |
| February | 33.3° | 14.6° | 23.9° | 1.87" | — |
| March | 44.1° | 23.9° | 34.0° | 2.07" | — |
| April | 56.0° | 34.5° | 45.2° | 4.10" | — |
| May | 68.1° | 45.5° | 56.8° | 4.28" | — |
| June | 77.7° | 55.9° | 66.8° | 5.63" | — |
| July | 82.8° | 60.5° | 71.7° | 3.75" | — |
| August | 81.1° | 59.2° | 70.1° | 3.79" | — |
| September | 74.2° | 51.3° | 62.7° | 3.77" | — |
| October | 61.5° | 39.7° | 50.6° | 3.01" | — |
| November | 46.5° | 28.5° | 37.5° | 2.28" | — |
| December | 35.0° | 18.3° | 26.7° | 2.09" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Berlin city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Hales Corners village | Village | 4.6 mi | — |
| West Allis city | City | 5.6 mi | — |
| Elm Grove village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Waukesha village | Village | 6.1 mi | — |
| Greenfield city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5513356375. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.