Peshtigo town, Wisconsin
Peshtigo town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Peshtigo town is a geographic entity located in Marinette County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,087. The land area covers 58.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 4,087 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 55.1 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,790 | ±130 | 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 | 2,054 | ±150 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,790 | ±130 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 264 | ±102 |
| Median Home Value | $213,700 | ±$21,792 |
| Median Gross Rent | $964 | ±$251 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $81,378 | ±$25,867 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,084 | ±$9,666 |
| Poverty Rate | 5% | ±2.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 203 | ±96 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,894 | ±190 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 98.9% | ±1.9% |
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 PESHTIGO
GUS Population: 4,055 (2024)
ID: 115227
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
W2435 OLD PESHTIGO RD, MARINETTE WI 54143-9444
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GUS Population: 42,343 (2024)
ID: 211482
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE DIRECTOR
1926 HALL AVE, MARINETTE WI 54143-1717
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Peshtigo | PK-06 | Peshtigo, WI | |
| Regular School Peshtigo | 09-12 | Peshtigo, WI | |
| Regular School Peshtigo | 07-08 | Peshtigo, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Marinette, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-04 | Marinette, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Marinette, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Marinette, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | MENOMINEE, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | MENOMINEE, MI | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 01-12 | MENOMINEE, MI |
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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PESHTIGO BRANCH
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 331 FRENCH ST., PESHTIGO, WI, 54157 |
(715) 582-4905
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MARINETTE COUNTY CONSOLIDATED PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICE
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 1700 HALL AVE., MARINETTE, WI, 54143 |
(715) 732-7570
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SPIES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 940 FIRST STREET, MENOMINEE, MI, 49858 |
(906) 863-2900
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FARNSWORTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 715 MAIN ST., OCONTO, WI, 54153 |
(920) 834-7730
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DOOR COUNTY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 107 S. 4TH AVE., STURGEON BAY, WI, 54235 |
(920) 743-6578
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EGG HARBOR BRANCH
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Library | 18.9 mi away | 7845 CHURCH ST., EGG HARBOR, WI, 54209 |
(920) 868-2664
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LENA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 200 E. MAIN ST., LENA, WI, 54139 |
(920) 829-5335
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COLEMAN BRANCH
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 123 W. MAIN ST., COLEMAN, WI, 54112 |
(920) 897-2400
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FORESTVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 123 S FORESTVILLE AVE, FORESTVILLE, WI, 54213 |
(920) 856-6886
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FISH CREEK BRANCH
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Library | 22.3 mi away | 4097 MAIN ST., FISH CREEK, WI, 54212 |
(920) 868-3471
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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 PESHTIGO, WI US, located 4.9 miles from Peshtigo town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.5° | 9.2° | 17.4° | 1.57" | 13.5" |
| February | 29.1° | 10.0° | 19.5° | 1.17" | 10.6" |
| March | 38.8° | 19.2° | 29.0° | 1.85" | 6.3" |
| April | 51.5° | 30.2° | 40.8° | 3.02" | 4.4" |
| May | 65.1° | 42.9° | 54.0° | 3.66" | 0.1" |
| June | 75.2° | 52.6° | 63.9° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.1° | 56.9° | 68.5° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.2° | 55.1° | 66.6° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.5° | 48.1° | 59.3° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.1° | 36.8° | 47.0° | 3.39" | 0.1" |
| November | 43.0° | 26.9° | 35.0° | 2.33" | 2.0" |
| December | 30.9° | 16.3° | 23.6° | 1.92" | 11.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peshtigo city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Marinette city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Menominee city | City | 9.6 mi | — |
| Little Sturgeon CDP | CDP | 10.7 mi | — |
| Oconto city | City | 12.3 mi | — |
| Egg Harbor village | Village | 17.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5507562200. • 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.