Whitefish Bay village, Wisconsin
Whitefish Bay village profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Whitefish Bay village is a geographic entity located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,489. The land area covers 2.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 14,489 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs | ±1.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,347 | ±223 | 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 | 5,493 | ±238 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,347 | ±223 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 146 | ±85 |
| Median Home Value | $533,800 | ±$38,882 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,335 | ±$230 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $157,109 | ±$13,116 |
| Per Capita Income | $78,966 | ±$5,530 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 540 | ±257 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,258 | ±385 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.3% | ±1% |
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: 14,532 (2024)
ID: 205665
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: VILLAGE MANAGER
5300 N MARLBOROUGH DR, WHITEFISH BAY WI 53217-5399
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GUS Population: 924,740 (2024)
ID: 136508
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF OF STAFF, MILWAUKEE COUNTY BOA
901 N 9TH ST, STE 201, MILWAUKEE WI 53233-1417
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Whitefish Bay | PK-05 | Whitefish Bay, WI | |
| Regular School Whitefish Bay | PK-05 | Whitefish Bay, WI | |
| Regular School Whitefish Bay | 09-12 | Whitefish Bay, WI | |
| Regular School Whitefish Bay | 06-08 | Whitefish Bay, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Milwaukee, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Milwaukee, 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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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
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College | 2.7 mi away | 2200 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, 53211 |
4142292222
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WHITEFISH BAY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.1 mi away | 5420 N. MARLBOROUGH DR., WHITEFISH BAY, WI, 53217 |
(414) 964-4380
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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Flex
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College | 2.7 mi away | 2200 E Kenwood Blvd, Milwaukee, WI, 53201 |
8778953276
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SHOREWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 3920 N. MURRAY AVE., SHOREWOOD, WI, 53211 |
(414) 847-2670
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Milwaukee School of Engineering
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College | 4.7 mi away | 1025 N Broadway, Milwaukee, WI, 53202-3109 |
8003326763
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NORTH SHORE LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 6800 N. PORT WASHINGTON RD., GLENDALE, WI, 53217 |
(414) 351-3461
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Milwaukee Area Technical College
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College | 4.9 mi away | 700 W State St, Milwaukee, WI, 53233-1443 |
4142976282
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ATKINSON BRANCH
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 1960 W. ATKINSON AVE., MILWAUKEE, WI, 53209 |
(414) 286-3000
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Marquette University
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College | 5.3 mi away | 1250 W Wisconsin Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53233 |
4142887710
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VILLARD SQUARE BRANCH
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 5190 N. 35TH ST., MILWAUKEE, WI, 53209 |
(414) 286-3000
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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 MT MARY COLLEGE, WI US, located 7.1 miles from Whitefish Bay village. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.7° | 14.1° | 21.9° | 1.48" | 11.0" |
| February | 33.6° | 16.7° | 25.1° | 1.49" | 9.9" |
| March | 44.3° | 25.9° | 35.1° | 1.79" | 5.3" |
| April | 56.0° | 36.3° | 46.1° | 3.71" | 1.5" |
| May | 67.5° | 47.5° | 57.5° | 3.73" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.9° | 57.9° | 67.9° | 4.84" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.8° | 63.3° | 73.1° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.7° | 61.7° | 71.2° | 3.68" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.8° | 53.3° | 63.6° | 3.02" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.9° | 41.6° | 51.2° | 2.73" | 0.0" |
| November | 46.8° | 30.1° | 38.5° | 2.05" | 2.0" |
| December | 35.2° | 20.6° | 27.9° | 1.73" | 9.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitefish Bay village | Village | 0.0 mi | — |
| Glendale city | City | 1.6 mi | — |
| Shorewood village | Village | 1.7 mi | — |
| Fox Point village | Village | 3.1 mi | — |
| River Hills village | Village | 4.4 mi | — |
| Milwaukee city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5507986700. • 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.