Wisconsin
State in United States
Wisconsin has a land area of 54,153.1 square miles and a water area of 11,326.9 square miles. It is the 25th largest state by area. Wisconsin is bordered by Michigan, Iowa, Minnesota, and Illinois.
Population and People
Total Population
5,895,908Data from Census BureauAverage Age
40.1 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
1,054,247Data from Census BureauVeterans
6.6%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$90,026Data from Census BureauPoverty
17.8%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
4,769,319Data from Census BureauUnemployed
2.3%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
2,449,970Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$921Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
59.4%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
40.6%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$230,700Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
781,395Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
1,668,575Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
11.9%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Wisconsin is located in Chicago Regional Office. Within Wisconsin there are . Throughout Wisconsin there are 115 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: WISCONSIN
For general questions about HUD or its programs, contact our Milwaukee Field Office.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY:Â (800) 877-8339
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing (PIH) Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
FIELD OFFICES HUD: WISCONSIN
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: WISCONSIN
TANF OFFICE HUD: WISCONSIN
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: WISCONSIN
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: WISCONSIN
RENTAL HELP: WISCONSIN
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
- Search for a subsidized apartment
- Wisconsin Housing Search – A free, state online resource for renters and property managers in Wisconsin. The dynamic search options allow you to find affordable, accessible and market-rate housing that will fit your needs.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
Need advice?
HOMEOWNERSHIP: WISCONSIN
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
If you have questions about buying a home, qualifying for a loan, down payment assistance, HUD Homes, refinancing, liens, payoffs, 2nd mortgages, manufactured homes or other issues associated with an FHA-insured mortgages, contact the FHA Resource Center by calling (800) 225-5342 or emailing [email protected].
You may search more specifically for a reverse mortgage counselor or if you are facing foreclosure, search for a foreclosure avoidance counselor.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Education – learn about buying and maintaining your home
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
How to Become an FHA-approved Lender
- Click here to obtain information on participating in FHA Single Family, Multifamily, and/or Healthcare loan programs
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – Resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale – Search for a HUD home to purchase at the HUD HomeStore
- Homes for sale – Several federal agencies have properties to sell
- Homeownership vouchers – Some public housing agencies can help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program. Contact your local public housing agency to find out if they are participating in the homeownership program.
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
Population by Age Range in Wisconsin
Age and Sex
40.1 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Wisconsin
Age and Sex
40.1 +/- 0.1
Median Age in Wisconsin
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Wisconsin
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Wisconsin
Older Population
17.90 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Wisconsin
Older Population
17.90 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Wisconsin
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Wisconsin
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Wisconsin
Veterans
6.60 +/- 0.1
Veterans in Wisconsin
Veterans
6.60 +/- 0.1
Veterans in Wisconsin
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Wisconsin
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Wisconsin
Median Household Income
$67,125 +/- $605
Median Household Income in Wisconsin
Median Household Income
$67,125 +/- $605
Median Household Income in Wisconsin
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Wisconsin
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Wisconsin
Poverty
10.80 +/- 0.3
Poverty in Wisconsin
Poverty
10.80 +/- 0.3
Poverty in Wisconsin
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Wisconsin
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Wisconsin
Educational Attainment
32.50 +/- 0.4
Educational Attainment in Wisconsin
Educational Attainment
32.50 +/- 0.4
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Wisconsin
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Wisconsin
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Wisconsin
Employment rate
62.70% +/- 0.3%
Employment rate in Wisconsin
Employment rate
62.70% +/- 0.3%
Employment rate in Wisconsin
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: WISCONSIN
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Last Updated: September 1, 2023