Iron River town, Wisconsin
Iron River town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Iron River town is a geographic entity located in Bayfield County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,274. The land area covers 32.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,274 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 57.3 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 612 | ±75 | 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 | 1,077 | ±119 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 612 | ±75 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 465 | ±109 |
| Median Home Value | $250,000 | ±$30,136 |
| Median Gross Rent | $713 | ±$203 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,685 | ±$6,443 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,697 | ±$9,543 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% | ±3.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 122 | ±41 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.3% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 518 | ±94 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.4% | ±13.5% |
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 IRON RIVER
GUS Population: 1,282 (2024)
ID: 209850
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
PO BOX 485, IRON RIVER WI 54847-0485
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GUS Population: 16,838 (2024)
ID: 115021
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
PO BOX 878, WASHBURN WI 54891-0878
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Education
Listing 4 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Iron River | PK-05 | Iron River, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Drummond, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Drummond, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Drummond, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Northland College
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College | 23.4 mi away | 1411 Ellis Avenue, Ashland, WI, 54806-3999 |
7156821699
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EVELYN GOLDBERG BRIGGS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 68235 S. MAIN ST., IRON RIVER, WI, 54847 |
(715) 372-5451
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DRUMMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 14990 SUPERIOR ST., DRUMMOND, WI, 54832 |
(715) 739-6290
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IMOGENE MCGRATH MEMORIAL LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 11622 EAST COUNTY RD. B, LAKE NEBAGAMON, WI, 54849 |
(715) 374-3477
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VAUGHN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 502 W. MAIN ST., ASHLAND, WI, 54806 |
(715) 682-7060
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FOREST LODGE LIBRARY
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Library | 23.6 mi away | 13450 COUNTY HWY M, CABLE, WI, 54821 |
(715) 798-3189
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WASHBURN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 307 WASHINGTON AVE., WASHBURN, WI, 54891 |
(715) 373-6172
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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 BRULE RS, WI US, located 10.8 miles from Iron River town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.2° | 1.8° | 11.0° | 1.06" | — |
| February | 25.7° | 5.3° | 15.5° | 1.04" | — |
| March | 37.3° | 17.6° | 27.5° | 1.63" | — |
| April | 50.2° | 29.0° | 39.6° | 2.75" | — |
| May | 64.3° | 39.9° | 52.1° | 3.66" | — |
| June | 73.3° | 49.7° | 61.5° | 4.11" | — |
| July | 77.6° | 55.4° | 66.5° | 4.38" | — |
| August | 75.2° | 53.9° | 64.6° | 4.47" | — |
| September | 66.7° | 46.3° | 56.5° | 3.57" | — |
| October | 52.9° | 34.9° | 43.9° | 3.28" | — |
| November | 37.7° | 23.4° | 30.6° | 2.05" | — |
| December | 25.2° | 10.2° | 17.7° | 1.44" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iron River CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Brule CDP | CDP | 9.9 mi | — |
| Drummond CDP | CDP | 15.0 mi | — |
| Port Wing CDP | CDP | 15.9 mi | — |
| Mason village | Village | 16.3 mi | — |
| Lake Nebagamon village | Village | 16.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5500737200. • 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.