Ashland city, Wisconsin
Ashland city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Ashland city is a geographic entity located in Ashland County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,927. The land area covers 13.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 7,927 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,399 | ±143 | 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 | 3,830 | ±160 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,399 | ±143 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 431 | ±167 |
| Median Home Value | $176,400 | ±$9,984 |
| Median Gross Rent | $753 | ±$75 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,529 | ±$7,011 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,135 | ±$2,223 |
| Poverty Rate | 17.8% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,306 | ±294 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,973 | ±221 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.9% | ±4.1% |
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: 7,940 (2024)
ID: 177081
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY CLERK
601 MAIN ST W, ASHLAND WI 54806-1537
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GUS Population: 16,196 (2024)
ID: 177051
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
201 MAIN ST W, RM 202, ASHLAND WI 54806-1612
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Ashland | 09-12 | Ashland, WI | |
| Regular School Ashland | 06-08 | Ashland, WI | |
| Regular School Ashland | PK-05 | Ashland, WI | |
| Regular School Ashland | PK-05 | Ashland, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | La Pointe, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Washburn, WI | |
| 6 Nearby | 3-14 | ASHLAND, WI | |
| 1 Nearby | 2-13 | ASHLAND, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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TAMARACK HEALTH ASHLAND MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 1615 MAPLE LANE, ASHLAND, WI, 54806 |
(715) 685-5500
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Northland College
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College | 0.2 mi away | 1411 Ellis Avenue, Ashland, WI, 54806-3999 |
7156821699
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VAUGHN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 502 W. MAIN ST., ASHLAND, WI, 54806 |
(715) 682-7060
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WASHBURN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 307 WASHINGTON AVE., WASHBURN, WI, 54891 |
(715) 373-6172
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MADELINE ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 1 LIBRARY ST., LA POINTE, WI, 54850 |
(715) 747-3662
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BAYFIELD CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 37 N. BROAD ST., BAYFIELD, WI, 54814 |
(715) 779-3953
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LEGION MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 106 IRON ST., MELLEN, WI, 54546 |
(715) 274-8331
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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 ASHLAND 3S, WI US, located 2.9 miles from Ashland city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.4° | 4.4° | 12.9° | 1.31" | — |
| February | 25.8° | 7.2° | 16.5° | 1.08" | — |
| March | 36.8° | 17.6° | 27.2° | 1.62" | — |
| April | 48.9° | 29.2° | 39.0° | 2.94" | — |
| May | 63.1° | 39.6° | 51.4° | 3.63" | — |
| June | 72.7° | 49.7° | 61.2° | 4.18" | — |
| July | 78.1° | 56.3° | 67.2° | 4.08" | — |
| August | 77.0° | 54.9° | 66.0° | 3.77" | — |
| September | 68.7° | 47.3° | 58.0° | 3.58" | — |
| October | 54.9° | 35.1° | 45.0° | 3.26" | — |
| November | 39.4° | 24.2° | 31.8° | 1.79" | — |
| December | 27.2° | 12.3° | 19.7° | 1.59" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Bayfront CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Washburn city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Diaperville CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| Odanah CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
| New Odanah CDP | CDP | 10.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5500303225. • 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.