Lakeside town, Wisconsin
Lakeside town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Lakeside town is a geographic entity located in Douglas County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 688. The land area covers 39.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 688 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs | ±4.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 293 | ±54 | 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 | 341 | ±57 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 293 | ±54 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 48 | ±32 |
| Median Home Value | $244,000 | ±$26,558 |
| Median Gross Rent | $939 | ±$31 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,330 | ±$8,487 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,641 | ±$4,774 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% | ±3.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 32 | ±24 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.7% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 299 | ±60 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.6% | ±21.3% |
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 LAKESIDE
GUS Population: 686 (2024)
ID: 188030
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
8228 E OLD HIGHWAY 13, SOUTH RANGE WI 54874-8934
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GUS Population: 44,276 (2024)
ID: 177058
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIR
1313 BELKNAP ST, SUPERIOR WI 54880-2779
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | DULUTH, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | DULUTH, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | DULUTH, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-08 | DULUTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | DULUTH, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 04-12 | DULUTH, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | DULUTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Superior, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | DULUTH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | DULUTH, MN |
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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University of Wisconsin-Superior
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College | 12.2 mi away | 1605 Catlin Ave, Superior, WI, 54880-4500 |
7153948101
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SUPERIOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 1530 TOWER AVE., SUPERIOR, WI, 54880 |
(715) 394-8860
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University of Minnesota-Duluth
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College | 15.1 mi away | 515 Darland Administration Bldg, Duluth, MN, 55812 |
2187268000
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IMOGENE MCGRATH MEMORIAL LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 11622 EAST COUNTY RD. B, LAKE NEBAGAMON, WI, 54849 |
(715) 374-3477
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The College of Saint Scholastica
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College | 15.8 mi away | 1200 Kenwood Ave, Duluth, MN, 55811-4199 |
2187236000
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DULUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY - MAIN
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 520 W. SUPERIOR ST., DULUTH, MN, 55802 |
(218) 730-4200
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Lake Superior College
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College | 16.2 mi away | 2101 Trinity Rd, Duluth, MN, 55811-3399 |
8004322884
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MOUNT ROYAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 105 MT.ROYAL SHOPPING CIRCLE, DULUTH, MN, 55803 |
(218) 730-4290
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WEST DULUTH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 5830 GRAND AVE., DULUTH, MN, 55807 |
(218) 730-4280
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EVELYN GOLDBERG BRIGGS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 68235 S. MAIN ST., IRON RIVER, WI, 54847 |
(715) 372-5451
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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 SUPERIOR, WI US, located 11.5 miles from Lakeside town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.5° | 5.8° | 14.1° | 0.81" | 14.5" |
| February | 26.9° | 9.1° | 18.0° | 0.89" | 12.4" |
| March | 36.1° | 21.0° | 28.5° | 1.41" | 9.1" |
| April | 46.0° | 31.8° | 38.9° | 2.64" | 1.7" |
| May | 57.4° | 40.9° | 49.1° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| June | 67.0° | 49.5° | 58.2° | 4.56" | 0.0" |
| July | 76.1° | 58.0° | 67.1° | 3.88" | 0.0" |
| August | 74.8° | 58.0° | 66.4° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| September | 66.6° | 50.1° | 58.4° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| October | 53.0° | 38.6° | 45.8° | 3.17" | 0.2" |
| November | 39.1° | 25.6° | 32.4° | 2.12" | 5.8" |
| December | 27.3° | 13.1° | 20.2° | 1.29" | 12.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poplar village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Superior city | City | 11.4 mi | — |
| Superior village | Village | 12.8 mi | — |
| Lake Nebagamon village | Village | 14.0 mi | — |
| Brule CDP | CDP | 15.2 mi | — |
| Duluth city | City | 15.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5503141800. • 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.