Mercer town, Wisconsin
Mercer town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Mercer town is a geographic entity located in Iron County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,649. The land area covers 168.46 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,649 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 63.4 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 755 | ±77 | 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 | 1,837 | ±104 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 755 | ±77 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,082 | ±104 |
| Median Home Value | $287,100 | ±$39,028 |
| Median Gross Rent | $338 | ±$119 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $63,281 | ±$6,834 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,515 | ±$3,447 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.5% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 138 | ±38 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.6% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 497 | ±82 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 89.1% | ±4% |
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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GUS Population: 1,690 (2024)
ID: 115200
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK
PO BOX 149, MERCER WI 54547-0149
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GUS Population: 6,235 (2024)
ID: 115027
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
300 TACONITE ST, HURLEY WI 54534-1546
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Education
Listing 2 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Mercer | PK-12 | Mercer, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Lac du Flambeau, 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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Gogebic Community College
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College | 22.2 mi away | E4946 Jackson Rd, Ironwood, MI, 49938 |
9069324231
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MERCER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 2648W MARGARET ST., MERCER, WI, 54547 |
(715) 476-2366
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WINCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 2117 LAKE ST., WINCHESTER, WI, 54557 |
(715) 686-2926
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FRANK B. KOLLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 5761 US HWY. 51, MANITOWISH WATERS, WI, 54545 |
(715) 543-2700
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BEN GUTHRIE--LAC DU FLAMBEAU PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 622 PEACE PIPE RD., LAC DU FLAMBEAU, WI, 54538 |
(715) 588-7001
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PRESQUE ISLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 8306 SCHOOL LOOP RD., PRESQUE ISLE, WI, 54557 |
(715) 686-7613
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HURLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.0 mi away | 405 5TH AVE. N., HURLEY, WI, 54534 |
(715) 561-5707
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IRONWOOD CARNEGIE LIBRARY
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Library | 21.0 mi away | 235 EAST AURORA STREET, IRONWOOD, MI, 49938 |
(906) 932-0203
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PARK FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 121 N. FOURTH AVE., PARK FALLS, WI, 54552 |
(715) 762-3121
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BESSEMER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.8 mi away | 411 SOUTH SOPHIE STREET, BESSEMER, MI, 49911 |
(906) 667-0404
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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 REST LAKE, WI US, located 12.3 miles from Mercer town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.0° | 0.4° | 10.2° | 1.21" | 16.7" |
| February | 25.2° | 2.9° | 14.0° | 0.93" | 12.7" |
| March | 36.9° | 13.5° | 25.2° | 1.50" | 10.9" |
| April | 50.4° | 27.4° | 38.9° | 2.54" | 7.2" |
| May | 64.7° | 40.9° | 52.8° | 3.69" | 0.3" |
| June | 73.7° | 50.5° | 62.1° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| July | 77.5° | 54.4° | 65.9° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| August | 75.6° | 52.6° | 64.1° | 3.30" | 0.0" |
| September | 67.1° | 45.1° | 56.1° | 3.66" | 0.1" |
| October | 53.1° | 33.1° | 43.1° | 3.57" | 2.9" |
| November | 37.1° | 21.5° | 29.3° | 1.93" | 9.1" |
| December | 24.8° | 8.7° | 16.8° | 1.42" | 15.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Lac du Flambeau CDP | CDP | 17.3 mi | — |
| Pence CDP | CDP | 19.0 mi | — |
| Iron Belt CDP | CDP | 19.5 mi | — |
| Butternut village | Village | 20.0 mi | — |
| Montreal city | City | 20.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5505151200. • 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.