Sun Prairie city, Wisconsin
Sun Prairie city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sun Prairie city is a geographic entity located in Dane County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 39,227. The land area covers 13.33 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 39,227 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 15,887 | ±626 | 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 | 16,195 | ±626 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 15,887 | ±626 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 308 | ±185 |
| Median Home Value | $365,700 | ±$14,809 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,419 | ±$57 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $90,942 | ±$5,849 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,609 | ±$2,605 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% | ±1.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,303 | ±570 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 20,606 | ±841 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.7% | ±0.5% |
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: 39,253 (2024)
ID: 177123
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
300 E MAIN ST, SUN PRAIRIE WI 53590-2227
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GUS Population: 588,347 (2024)
ID: 177056
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF ADMINISTRATION
210 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD, RM 421, MADISON WI 53703-3345
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Sun Prairie | KG-05 | Sun Prairie, WI | |
| Regular School Sun Prairie | 06-08 | Sun Prairie, WI | |
| Regular School Sun Prairie | PK-05 | Sun Prairie, WI | |
| Regular School Sun Prairie | KG-05 | Sun Prairie, WI | |
| Regular School Sun Prairie | KG-05 | Sun Prairie, WI | |
| Regular School Sun Prairie | PK-05 | Sun Prairie, WI | |
| Regular School Sun Prairie | PK-05 | Sun Prairie, WI | |
| Regular School Sun Prairie | 06-08 | Sun Prairie, WI | |
| Alternative School Sun Prairie | 09-12 | Sun Prairie, WI | |
| Regular School Sun Prairie | 06-08 | Sun Prairie, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Herzing University-Madison
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College | 4.0 mi away | 5218 E. Terrace Dr., Madison, WI, 53718 |
8005821227
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SUN PRAIRIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 1350 LINNERUD DR., SUN PRAIRIE, WI, 53590 |
(608) 825-7323
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Madison Area Technical College
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College | 6.4 mi away | 1701 Wright Street, Madison, WI, 53704-2599 |
6082466100
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DEFOREST AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 203 LIBRARY ST., DEFOREST, WI, 53532 |
(608) 846-5482
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Aveda Institute-Madison
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College Vocational | 11.3 mi away | 353 East Campus Mall, Madison, WI, 53715-0000 |
6082503100
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LAKEVIEW LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 2845 N. SHERMAN AVE., MADISON, WI, 53704 |
(608) 246-4547
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University of Wisconsin-Madison
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College | 11.4 mi away | 500 Lincoln Dr, Madison, WI, 53706-1380 |
6082632400
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HAWTHORNE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 2707 E. WASHINGTON AVE., MADISON, WI, 53704 |
(608) 246-4548
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University of Wisconsin-System Administration
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College | 11.5 mi away | 1220 Linden Dr, Madison, WI, 53706 |
6082621234
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PINNEY LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 516 COTTAGE GROVE RD., MADISON, WI, 53716 |
(608) 224-7100
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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 MADISON DANE RGNL AP, WI US, located 6.3 miles from Sun Prairie city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.0° | 11.8° | 19.4° | 1.47" | 13.7" |
| February | 31.2° | 14.9° | 23.0° | 1.52" | 12.8" |
| March | 43.6° | 25.1° | 34.4° | 2.26" | 7.0" |
| April | 56.9° | 35.8° | 46.3° | 3.78" | 2.6" |
| May | 69.0° | 47.1° | 58.1° | 4.10" | 0.1" |
| June | 78.6° | 57.4° | 68.0° | 5.28" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.1° | 61.6° | 71.9° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.9° | 59.5° | 69.7° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.9° | 51.0° | 62.0° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.6° | 39.8° | 49.7° | 2.77" | 0.6" |
| November | 44.8° | 28.7° | 36.7° | 2.22" | 3.0" |
| December | 32.3° | 18.2° | 25.3° | 1.63" | 12.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Prairie city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Windsor village | Village | 4.9 mi | — |
| DeForest village | Village | 6.4 mi | — |
| Cottage Grove village | Village | 6.5 mi | — |
| Maple Bluff village | Village | 8.3 mi | — |
| Marshall village | Village | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5502578600. • 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.