Eaton town, Wisconsin
Eaton town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Eaton town is a geographic entity located in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 821. The land area covers 35.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 821 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 53.2 yrs | ±5.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 273 | ±30 | 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 | 283 | ±30 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 273 | ±30 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10 | ±8 |
| Median Home Value | $270,900 | ±$22,567 |
| Median Gross Rent | $883 | ±$174 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $94,063 | ±$8,558 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,981 | ±$6,662 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% | ±2.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 22 | ±19 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 390 | ±66 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.5% | ±7.9% |
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 EATON
GUS Population: 817 (2024)
ID: 177542
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
8525 CARSTENS LAKE RD, MANITOWOC WI 54220-9545
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GUS Population: 81,513 (2024)
ID: 177069
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIR
1010 S 8TH ST, MANITOWOC WI 54220-5392
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Kiel, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brillion, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brillion, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Brillion, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Chilton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chilton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Chilton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cleveland, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Elkhart Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Elkhart Lake, 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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Lakeshore Technical College
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College | 13.0 mi away | 1290 North Avenue, Cleveland, WI, 53015-1414 |
92069310001192
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NEW HOLSTEIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 2115 WASHINGTON ST., NEW HOLSTEIN, WI, 53061 |
(920) 898-5165
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Lakeland University
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College | 13.5 mi away | W3718 South Drive, Plymouth, WI, 53073 |
9205651000
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KIEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 511 THIRD ST., KIEL, WI, 53042 |
(920) 894-7122
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CHILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.1 mi away | 221 PARK ST., CHILTON, WI, 53014 |
(920) 849-4414
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BRILLION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 326 N. MAIN ST., BRILLION, WI, 54110 |
(920) 756-3215
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ELKHART LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 40 PINE ST., ELKHART LAKE, WI, 53020 |
(920) 876-2554
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MANITOWOC PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 707 QUAY ST., MANITOWOC, WI, 54220 |
(920) 686-3000
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PLYMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 130 DIVISION ST., PLYMOUTH, WI, 53073 |
(920) 892-4416
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LESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.8 mi away | 1001 ADAMS ST., TWO RIVERS, WI, 54241 |
(920) 793-8888
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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 CHILTON, WI US, located 8.5 miles from Eaton town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.6° | 9.9° | 17.8° | 1.48" | 11.3" |
| February | 29.4° | 12.2° | 20.8° | 1.29" | 11.3" |
| March | 40.9° | 22.4° | 31.6° | 1.92" | 5.8" |
| April | 54.4° | 33.7° | 44.0° | 3.07" | 2.6" |
| May | 67.4° | 45.4° | 56.4° | 3.78" | 0.1" |
| June | 77.3° | 55.9° | 66.6° | 4.74" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.6° | 60.5° | 71.0° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.6° | 58.8° | 69.2° | 3.60" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.5° | 50.7° | 61.6° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.6° | 39.3° | 48.9° | 2.98" | 0.6" |
| November | 43.9° | 28.1° | 36.0° | 2.10" | 1.9" |
| December | 31.3° | 17.4° | 24.4° | 1.67" | 9.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Nazianz village | Village | 2.8 mi | — |
| Collins CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Valders village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Clarks Mills CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Kiel city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
| New Holstein city | City | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5507122275. • 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.