Mecan town, Wisconsin
Mecan town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Mecan town is a geographic entity located in Marquette County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 769. The land area covers 27.48 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 769 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 56.4 yrs | ±5.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 316 | ±48 | 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 | 737 | ±81 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 316 | ±48 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 421 | ±65 |
| Median Home Value | $209,900 | ±$28,907 |
| Median Gross Rent | $700 | ±$293 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,250 | ±$5,896 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,038 | ±$7,180 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 37 | ±15 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 339 | ±94 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.7% | ±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 MECAN
GUS Population: 758 (2024)
ID: 188041
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CHAIRMAN
W460 HURON BAY DR, MONTELLO WI 53949-8546
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GUS Population: 15,743 (2024)
ID: 136507
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR
PO BOX 129, MONTELLO WI 53949-0129
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Berlin, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | Fox Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Endeavor, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Montello, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Green Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Green Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Montello, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Markesan, 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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Ripon College
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College | 18.4 mi away | 300 West Seward Street, Ripon, WI, 54971-0248 |
9207488115
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PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 424 W. WATER ST., PRINCETON, WI, 54968 |
(920) 295-6777
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MONTELLO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 128 LAKE CT., MONTELLO, WI, 53949 |
(608) 297-7544
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NESHKORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.6 mi away | 132 S. MAIN ST., NESHKORO, WI, 54960 |
(920) 293-4026
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MILL POND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 140 N. SOUTH ST., KINGSTON, WI, 53939 |
(920) 394-3281
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CAESTECKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 518 HILL ST., GREEN LAKE, WI, 54941 |
(920) 294-3572
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PACKWAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | N3511 STATE ST., PACKWAUKEE, WI, 53953 |
(608) 589-5202
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MARKESAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 75 N. BRIDGE ST., MARKESAN, WI, 53946 |
(920) 398-3434
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ETHEL EVERHARD MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 117 E. 3RD ST., WESTFIELD, WI, 53964 |
(608) 296-2544
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ENDEAVOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 400 CHURCH ST., ENDEAVOR, WI, 53930 |
(608) 587-2902
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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 MONTELLO, WI US, located 6.1 miles from Mecan town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.2° | 8.0° | 17.1° | 1.36" | 10.9" |
| February | 31.0° | 11.1° | 21.1° | 1.28" | 10.0" |
| March | 42.6° | 22.4° | 32.5° | 1.91" | 5.9" |
| April | 55.9° | 34.0° | 45.0° | 3.71" | 2.4" |
| May | 68.5° | 46.2° | 57.4° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.6° | 56.0° | 66.8° | 4.97" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.5° | 60.0° | 70.8° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.6° | 58.0° | 68.8° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.3° | 49.4° | 60.9° | 3.49" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.3° | 37.7° | 48.5° | 2.85" | 0.3" |
| November | 44.3° | 26.3° | 35.3° | 2.10" | 1.7" |
| December | 31.5° | 15.1° | 23.3° | 1.66" | 10.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton city | City | 4.8 mi | — |
| Marquette village | Village | 6.5 mi | — |
| Montello city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Neshkoro village | Village | 9.7 mi | — |
| Kingston village | Village | 9.9 mi | — |
| Harrisville CDP | CDP | 10.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5507750350. • 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.