Cassel town, Wisconsin
Cassel town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Cassel town is a geographic entity located in Marathon County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 943. The land area covers 32.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 943 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs | ±5.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 423 | ±126 | 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 | 431 | ±127 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 423 | ±126 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 8 | ±11 |
| Median Home Value | $246,800 | ±$39,558 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,250 | ±$17,051 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,870 | ±$4,385 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.6% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 26 | ±17 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.4% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 532 | ±108 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.4% | ±12.3% |
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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TOWN OF CASSEL
GUS Population: 950 (2024)
ID: 136717
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
223001 BROOKFIELD RD, MARATHON WI 54448-7049
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GUS Population: 139,091 (2024)
ID: 205643
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
500 FOREST ST, WAUSAU WI 54403-5568
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Athens, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Athens, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Athens, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Weston, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 10-12 | Weston, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-09 | Weston, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Wausau, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Edgar, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Edgar, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Edgar, 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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Northcentral Technical College
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College | 13.6 mi away | 1000 Campus Dr, Wausau, WI, 54401-1899 |
7156753331
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MARATHON BRANCH
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 515 WASHINGTON ST., MARATHON, WI, 54448 |
(715) 443-2775
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State College of Beauty Culture
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College Vocational | 13.8 mi away | 1930 Grand Avenue, Wausau, WI, 54403 |
7158452888
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EDGAR BRANCH
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Library | 3.9 mi away | 224 S. THIRD AVE., EDGAR, WI, 54426 |
(715) 352-3155
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STRATFORD BRANCH
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 213201 SCHOLAR ST., STRATFORD, WI, 54484 |
(715) 687-4420
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JOSEPH DESSERT BRANCH
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 123 MAIN ST., MOSINEE, WI, 54455 |
(715) 693-2144
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ATHENS BRANCH
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 203 ALFRED ST., ATHENS, WI, 54411 |
(715) 257-7292
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ROTHSCHILD AREA BRANCH
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 211 GRAND AVE., ROTHSCHILD, WI, 54474 |
(715) 359-6208
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MARATHON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 300 N. FIRST ST., WAUSAU, WI, 54403 |
(715) 261-7200
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EVERETT ROEHL MARSHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.9 mi away | 105 S. MAPLE AVE., MARSHFIELD, WI, 54449 |
(715) 387-8494
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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 WAUSAU DWTN AP, WI US, located 13.3 miles from Cassel town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.8° | 6.7° | 14.8° | 1.20" | 14.8" |
| February | 27.4° | 9.5° | 18.5° | 1.08" | 12.7" |
| March | 39.6° | 20.6° | 30.1° | 1.83" | 8.3" |
| April | 53.7° | 32.4° | 43.1° | 3.12" | 6.5" |
| May | 67.1° | 44.6° | 55.8° | 3.79" | 0.2" |
| June | 76.2° | 54.5° | 65.4° | 4.67" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.3° | 58.7° | 69.5° | 3.86" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.9° | 56.9° | 67.4° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| September | 69.8° | 48.6° | 59.2° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| October | 55.7° | 37.0° | 46.3° | 3.07" | 0.9" |
| November | 40.4° | 25.2° | 32.8° | 1.85" | 6.5" |
| December | 27.9° | 13.5° | 20.7° | 1.54" | 14.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marathon City village | Village | 3.7 mi | — |
| Edgar village | Village | 3.9 mi | — |
| Fenwood village | Village | 6.3 mi | — |
| Rib Mountain village | Village | 10.3 mi | — |
| Stratford village | Village | 11.0 mi | — |
| Mosinee city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5507312975. • 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.