Fitchburg is home to roughly 31,566 residents. Fitchburg sits in Dane County. The median age is 34.7 and the median household income is $85,420. Homes carry a median value of $389,400, and about 46% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (59.9%). Around 57% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 20 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Fitchburg — frequently asked
What is the population of Fitchburg, Wisconsin?
Fitchburg has a population of about 31,566, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Fitchburg?
The median home value in Fitchburg is $389,400, and the median gross rent is $1,302/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Fitchburg safe? What is the crime rate?
Fitchburg Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 369 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — lower than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Fitchburg face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Dane County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including cold wave, hail, ice storm.
How many schools are in Fitchburg?
Fitchburg has 4 public schools (2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Fitchburg?
Public registry data lists 5 registered sex offenders in or near Fitchburg. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.