Nelson town, Wisconsin
Nelson town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Nelson town is a geographic entity located in Buffalo County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 581. The land area covers 67.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 581 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 59.2 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 219 | ±30 | 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 | 290 | ±42 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 219 | ±30 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 71 | ±36 |
| Median Home Value | $301,900 | ±$54,607 |
| Median Gross Rent | $713 | ±$301 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,125 | ±$20,323 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,738 | ±$4,960 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 18 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.5% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 231 | ±54 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.9% | ±7.2% |
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 NELSON
GUS Population: 581 (2024)
ID: 115149
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
S643 COUNTY ROAD F, DURAND WI 54736-8079
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GUS Population: 13,464 (2024)
ID: 177053
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
PO BOX 494, ALMA WI 54610-0494
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Alma, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alma, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | LAKE CITY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Durand, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Durand, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Gilmanton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Gilmanton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Gilmanton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | LAKE CITY, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | LAKE CITY, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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WABASHA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 168 ALLEGHANY AVE, WABASHA, MN, 55981 |
(651) 565-3927
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ALMA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 312 N. MAIN ST., ALMA, WI, 54610 |
(608) 685-3823
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PEPIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 510 2ND ST., PEPIN, WI, 54759 |
(715) 442-4932
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DURAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 604 7TH AVE. E., DURAND, WI, 54736 |
(715) 672-8730
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LAKE CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 201 S HIGH STREET, LAKE CITY, MN, 55041 |
(651) 345-4013
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PLUM CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 611 MAIN ST., PLUM CITY, WI, 54761 |
(715) 647-2373
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MONDOVI PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 147 W. HUDSON ST., MONDOVI, WI, 54755 |
(715) 926-4403
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PLAINVIEW PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.3 mi away | 345 1ST AVENUE NW, PLAINVIEW, MN, 55964 |
(507) 534-3425
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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 ALMA DAM 4, WI US, located 8.3 miles from Nelson town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.9° | 8.1° | 16.0° | 0.95" | 9.9" |
| February | 28.8° | 11.8° | 20.3° | 1.01" | 8.6" |
| March | 41.2° | 24.0° | 32.6° | 1.85" | 6.6" |
| April | 55.8° | 36.1° | 46.0° | 3.51" | 1.6" |
| May | 67.9° | 48.1° | 58.0° | 4.81" | 0.2" |
| June | 77.3° | 58.0° | 67.7° | 5.68" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.9° | 62.4° | 71.6° | 4.59" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.7° | 60.5° | 69.6° | 5.00" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.4° | 52.9° | 62.1° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.7° | 40.5° | 49.1° | 2.61" | 0.1" |
| November | 41.9° | 27.6° | 34.8° | 1.92" | 1.8" |
| December | 29.1° | 15.2° | 22.2° | 1.11" | 8.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson village | Village | 1.9 mi | — |
| Wabasha city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Alma city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Pepin village | Village | 8.6 mi | — |
| Kellogg city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Durand city | City | 13.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5501155975. • 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.