Buchanan town, Wisconsin
Buchanan town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Buchanan town is a geographic entity located in Outagamie County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,793. The land area covers 14.41 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 6,793 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 49.9 yrs | ±4.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,994 | ±221 | 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 | 3,110 | ±237 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,994 | ±221 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 116 | ±127 |
| Median Home Value | $335,400 | ±$14,580 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,216 | ±$184 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $105,478 | ±$16,598 |
| Per Capita Income | $51,065 | ±$5,725 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.3% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 153 | ±134 |
| Unemployment Rate | 8.9% | ±4.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,726 | ±356 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.3% | ±2.7% |
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: 6,786 (2024)
ID: 177614
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR/CLERK
N178 COUNTY RD N, APPLETON WI 54915-9459
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GUS Population: 195,390 (2024)
ID: 205644
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
410 S WALNUT ST, APPLETON WI 54911-5920
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Kimberly, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Neenah, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Appleton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Appleton, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Appleton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Grand Chute, WI | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Appleton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Appleton, WI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-12 | Appleton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Appleton, 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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Lawrence University
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College | 8.0 mi away | College Ave, Appleton, WI, 54911 |
9208327000
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KAUKAUNA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 207 THILMANY RD., SUITE 200, KAUKAUNA, WI, 54130 |
(920) 766-6340
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The Salon Professional Academy-Appleton
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College | 11.0 mi away | 3355 W College Ave, Appleton, WI, 54914 |
92096804334
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LITTLE CHUTE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 625 GRAND AVE., LITTLE CHUTE, WI, 54140 |
(920) 788-7825
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Fox Valley Technical College
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College | 11.0 mi away | 1825 N Bluemound Dr, Appleton, WI, 54912-2277 |
9207355600
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KIMBERLY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 515 W. KIMBERLY AVE., KIMBERLY, WI, 54136 |
(920) 788-7515
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Academy of Beauty Professionals
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College Vocational | 11.1 mi away | 525 Westhill Boulevard, Appleton, WI, 54914-5780 |
9208153375
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WRIGHTSTOWN BRANCH
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 529 MAIN ST., WRIGHTSTOWN, WI, 54180 |
(920) 532-4011
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Saint Norbert College
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College | 14.7 mi away | 100 Grant St, De Pere, WI, 54115-2099 |
9203373181
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APPLETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 200 N. APPLETON ST., APPLETON, WI, 54911 |
(920) 832-6170
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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 APPLETON, WI US, located 9.9 miles from Buchanan town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.4° | 10.0° | 17.7° | 1.36" | 12.6" |
| February | 29.1° | 11.7° | 20.4° | 1.13" | 11.2" |
| March | 40.6° | 22.1° | 31.4° | 1.92" | 7.2" |
| April | 54.0° | 33.9° | 44.0° | 3.24" | 4.0" |
| May | 67.2° | 46.4° | 56.8° | 3.64" | 0.1" |
| June | 77.0° | 56.6° | 66.8° | 4.65" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.5° | 61.3° | 71.4° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.3° | 59.8° | 69.5° | 3.58" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.9° | 50.8° | 61.3° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.8° | 39.3° | 48.6° | 2.84" | 0.3" |
| November | 43.4° | 27.6° | 35.5° | 2.07" | 2.4" |
| December | 30.7° | 16.8° | 23.8° | 1.76" | 11.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kaukauna city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Combined Locks village | Village | 3.4 mi | — |
| Little Chute village | Village | 4.4 mi | — |
| Kimberly village | Village | 5.0 mi | — |
| Wrightstown village | Village | 5.0 mi | — |
| Forest Junction CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5508710750. • 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.