Mead town, Wisconsin
Mead town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Mead town is a geographic entity located in Clark County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 373. The land area covers 34.92 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 373 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 50 yrs | ±6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 146 | ±36 | 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 | 316 | ±60 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 146 | ±36 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 170 | ±49 |
| Median Home Value | $217,600 | ±$25,136 |
| 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 | $75,000 | ±$53,726 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,536 | ±$11,309 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.6% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 21 | ±16 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 193 | ±71 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.8% | ±14.5% |
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 MEAD
GUS Population: 367 (2024)
ID: 177368
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CHAIRPERSON
W8743 CAMP RD, GREENWOOD WI 54437-8636
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GUS Population: 34,801 (2024)
ID: 177054
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY BOARD CHAIR
517 COURT ST, NEILLSVILLE WI 54456-1971
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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 | Stanley, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Granton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Granton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Greenwood, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Greenwood, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Loyal, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Loyal, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Loyal, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Owen, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Owen, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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GREENWOOD AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 102 N. MAIN ST., GREENWOOD, WI, 54437 |
(715) 267-7103
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THORP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 401 S. CONWAY DR., THORP, WI, 54771 |
(715) 669-5953
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WITHEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 511 DIVISION ST., WITHEE, WI, 54498 |
(715) 229-2010
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LOYAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 214 N. MAIN ST., LOYAL, WI, 54446 |
(715) 255-8189
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OWEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 414 CENTRAL AVE., OWEN, WI, 54460 |
(715) 229-2939
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D.R. MOON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 154 4TH AVE., STANLEY, WI, 54768 |
(715) 644-2004
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FAIRCHILD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 208 HURON ST., FAIRCHILD, WI, 54741 |
(715) 334-4007
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NEILLSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 409 HEWETT ST., NEILLSVILLE, WI, 54456 |
(715) 743-2558
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GRANTON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 217 N. MAIN ST., GRANTON, WI, 54436 |
(715) 238-5250
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AUGUSTA MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.1 mi away | 113 N. STONE ST., AUGUSTA, WI, 54722 |
(715) 286-2070
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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 OWEN 1E, WI US, located 12.9 miles from Mead town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.1° | 1.8° | 11.5° | 1.06" | 10.9" |
| February | 25.7° | 4.4° | 15.1° | 1.15" | 10.2" |
| March | 38.0° | 17.3° | 27.6° | 1.81" | 8.5" |
| April | 52.4° | 30.8° | 41.6° | 2.98" | 3.7" |
| May | 65.9° | 43.1° | 54.5° | 3.99" | 0.2" |
| June | 75.0° | 53.1° | 64.1° | 4.77" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.9° | 56.4° | 67.7° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.1° | 54.3° | 65.7° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| September | 69.1° | 46.4° | 57.7° | 3.95" | 0.0" |
| October | 55.3° | 34.2° | 44.7° | 2.93" | 0.9" |
| November | 39.8° | 22.8° | 31.3° | 1.85" | 4.9" |
| December | 26.9° | 10.2° | 18.6° | 1.51" | 11.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Thorp city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Withee village | Village | 11.8 mi | — |
| Loyal city | City | 12.6 mi | — |
| Owen city | City | 12.7 mi | — |
| Stanley city | City | 14.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5501950275. • 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.