Kennan town, Wisconsin
Kennan town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Kennan town is a geographic entity located in Price County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 359. The land area covers 69.93 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 359 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 52.6 yrs | ±3.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 178 | ±34 | 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 | 286 | ±50 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 178 | ±34 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 108 | ±33 |
| Median Home Value | $152,500 | ±$62,848 |
| 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 | $52,500 | ±$16,437 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,290 | ±$5,644 |
| Poverty Rate | 15% | ±7.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 59 | ±32 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±5.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 180 | ±38 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.1% | ±8.2% |
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 KENNAN
GUS Population: 360 (2024)
ID: 177659
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
PO BOX 211, KENNAN WI 54537-0211
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GUS Population: 14,087 (2024)
ID: 177071
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRICE COUNTY BOARD CHAIR
126 CHERRY ST, PHILLIPS WI 54555-1249
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Education
Listing 4 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Hawkins, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Phillips, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Phillips, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Phillips, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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HAWKINS AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 709 MAIN ST., HAWKINS, WI, 54530 |
(715) 585-2311
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OGEMA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | W5005 STATE RD. 86, OGEMA, WI, 54459 |
(715) 767-5130
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PHILLIPS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 286 CHERRY ST., PHILLIPS, WI, 54555 |
(715) 339-2868
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WESTBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | N8855 2ND ST., WESTBORO, WI, 54490 |
(715) 427-5864
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RIB LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 645 PEARL ST., RIB LAKE, WI, 54470 |
(715) 427-5769
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RUSK COUNTY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 418 CORBETT AVE. W., LADYSMITH, WI, 54848 |
(715) 532-2604
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WESTERN TAYLOR COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.1 mi away | 380 E. MAIN ST., GILMAN, WI, 54433 |
(715) 447-5486
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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 JUMP RVR 3E, WI US, located 11.5 miles from Kennan town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.0° | 3.9° | 12.9° | 1.07" | 17.2" |
| February | 27.0° | 6.8° | 16.9° | 1.03" | 13.7" |
| March | 39.6° | 18.8° | 29.2° | 1.68" | 11.0" |
| April | 53.7° | 31.4° | 42.6° | 3.34" | 3.9" |
| May | 67.0° | 42.8° | 54.9° | 3.91" | 0.5" |
| June | 74.8° | 52.2° | 63.5° | 5.03" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.6° | 55.9° | 67.3° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| August | 76.6° | 53.8° | 65.2° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| September | 68.6° | 46.5° | 57.5° | 4.08" | 0.1" |
| October | 55.2° | 35.6° | 45.4° | 3.21" | 0.8" |
| November | 39.1° | 23.6° | 31.3° | 2.01" | 6.2" |
| December | 26.9° | 11.5° | 19.2° | 1.34" | 17.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennan village | Village | 3.3 mi | — |
| Catawba village | Village | 5.2 mi | — |
| Hawkins village | Village | 5.2 mi | — |
| Ingram village | Village | 9.7 mi | — |
| Jump River CDP | CDP | 12.7 mi | — |
| Glen Flora village | Village | 13.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5509939200. • 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.