Pacific town, Wisconsin
Pacific town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Pacific town is a geographic entity located in Columbia County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,769. The land area covers 19.43 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,769 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 51.5 yrs | ±5.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,134 | ±117 | 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 | 1,349 | ±139 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,134 | ±117 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 215 | ±94 |
| Median Home Value | $285,600 | ±$47,449 |
| Median Gross Rent | $950 | ±$513 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $87,941 | ±$16,529 |
| Per Capita Income | $51,718 | ±$9,512 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 88 | ±72 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,622 | ±178 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 83.9% | ±5.6% |
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: 2,780 (2024)
ID: 194238
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK
W7530 STATE ROAD 16, PARDEEVILLE WI 53954-9520
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GUS Population: 58,113 (2024)
ID: 177055
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN BD OF SUPERVISORS
400 DE WITT ST, PORTAGE WI 53901-2159
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 11-12 | Portage, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Endeavor, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Portage, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Lodi, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lodi, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lodi, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Lodi, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Merrimac, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | Portage, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Lodi, 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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PORTAGE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 253 W. EDGEWATER ST., PORTAGE, WI, 53901 |
(608) 742-4959
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WYOCENA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 165 E. DODGE ST., WYOCENA, WI, 53969 |
(608) 429-4899
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ANGIE WILLIAMS COX PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 119 N. MAIN ST., PARDEEVILLE, WI, 53954 |
(608) 429-2354
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POYNETTE AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 118 N. MAIN ST., POYNETTE, WI, 53955 |
(608) 635-7577
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RIO COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 324 W. LYONS ST., RIO, WI, 53960 |
(920) 992-3206
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ENDEAVOR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 400 CHURCH ST., ENDEAVOR, WI, 53930 |
(608) 587-2902
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JANE MORGAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 109 W. EDGEWATER ST., CAMBRIA, WI, 53923 |
(920) 348-4030
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LODI WOMAN'S CLUB PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 130 LODI ST., LODI, WI, 53555 |
(608) 592-4130
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CARNEGIE-SCHADDE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 230 FOURTH AVE., BARABOO, WI, 53913 |
(608) 356-6166
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PACKWAUKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | N3511 STATE ST., PACKWAUKEE, WI, 53953 |
(608) 589-5202
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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 PORTAGE WWTP, WI US, located 2.0 miles from Pacific town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.1° | 9.9° | 18.0° | 1.44" | 10.2" |
| February | 30.6° | 13.2° | 21.9° | 1.41" | 10.0" |
| March | 42.4° | 24.0° | 33.2° | 2.18" | 5.5" |
| April | 55.7° | 35.8° | 45.8° | 4.15" | 2.2" |
| May | 68.2° | 47.8° | 58.0° | 4.58" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.9° | 57.9° | 67.9° | 5.61" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.6° | 61.6° | 71.6° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.9° | 59.4° | 69.6° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.6° | 50.7° | 61.6° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.3° | 39.0° | 49.2° | 2.86" | 0.5" |
| November | 44.2° | 28.3° | 36.3° | 2.22" | 2.0" |
| December | 31.8° | 17.1° | 24.4° | 1.68" | 8.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portage city | City | 4.0 mi | — |
| Dekorra CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Wyocena village | Village | 5.3 mi | — |
| Pardeeville village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| Poynette village | Village | 8.2 mi | — |
| Rio village | Village | 9.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5502160925. • 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.