Minong town, Wisconsin
Minong town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Minong town is a geographic entity located in Washburn County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,029. The land area covers 63.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,029 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 57 yrs | ±4.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 494 | ±69 | 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 | 1,453 | ±115 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 494 | ±69 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 959 | ±100 |
| Median Home Value | $241,000 | ±$40,268 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,446 | ±$211 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,000 | ±$12,880 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,245 | ±$4,712 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 59 | ±28 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.5% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 433 | ±75 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.5% | ±18.2% |
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 MINONG
GUS Population: 1,026 (2024)
ID: 177787
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK
W7095 NANCY LAKE RD, MINONG WI 54859-9275
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GUS Population: 16,982 (2024)
ID: 177076
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
PO BOX 337, SHELL LAKE WI 54871-0337
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Education
Listing 5 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Minong | 04-08 | Minong, WI | |
| Regular School Minong | PK-05 | Minong, WI | |
| Regular School Minong | 06-12 | Minong, WI | |
| Regular School Minong | PK-12 | Minong, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Gordon, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 4 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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SOLON SPRINGS JOAN SALMEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 9240 E. MAIN ST., SOLON SPRINGS, WI, 54873 |
(715) 378-4452
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SPOONER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 421 HIGH ST., SPOONER, WI, 54801 |
(715) 635-2792
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SPOONER MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOKS & BREAD BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 20.1 mi away | 412 HIGH ST., SPOONER, WI, 54801 |
(715) 635-2792
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SHERMAN & RUTH WEISS COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 22.2 mi away | 10788 STATE HWY. 27/77, HAYWARD, WI, 54843 |
(715) 634-2161
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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 GORDON, WI US, located 10.6 miles from Minong town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.9° | -0.5° | 9.7° | 0.96" | 10.3" |
| February | 25.6° | 2.9° | 14.2° | 0.97" | 10.3" |
| March | 38.2° | 15.7° | 26.9° | 1.56" | 10.4" |
| April | 51.6° | 28.8° | 40.2° | 2.88" | 5.8" |
| May | 66.0° | 41.2° | 53.6° | 3.78" | 0.3" |
| June | 75.1° | 51.1° | 63.1° | 4.25" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.4° | 56.2° | 67.8° | 4.80" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.2° | 53.8° | 65.5° | 4.18" | 0.0" |
| September | 68.8° | 45.4° | 57.1° | 3.76" | 0.0" |
| October | 54.2° | 33.6° | 43.9° | 3.20" | 0.9" |
| November | 37.8° | 21.2° | 29.5° | 1.70" | 8.9" |
| December | 25.0° | 8.4° | 16.7° | 1.33" | 12.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minong village | Village | 5.0 mi | — |
| Gordon CDP | CDP | 10.5 mi | — |
| Trego CDP | CDP | 15.3 mi | — |
| Springbrook CDP | CDP | 16.4 mi | — |
| Solon Springs village | Village | 16.7 mi | — |
| Spooner city | City | 20.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5512953275. • 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.