Phelps town, Wisconsin
Phelps town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Phelps town is a geographic entity located in Vilas County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,269. The land area covers 93.91 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,269 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 61.3 yrs | ±3.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 637 | ±88 | 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 | 1,610 | ±156 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 637 | ±88 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 973 | ±143 |
| Median Home Value | $240,100 | ±$29,195 |
| Median Gross Rent | $805 | ±$171 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,250 | ±$16,795 |
| Per Capita Income | $50,027 | ±$11,709 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 93 | ±32 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.8% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 590 | ±116 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.1% | ±4.1% |
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: 1,289 (2024)
ID: 177768
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK/TREASURER
4495 TOWN HALL RD, PHELPS WI 54554-9273
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GUS Population: 23,948 (2024)
ID: 177075
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: VILAS COUNTY CLERK
330 COURT ST, EAGLE RIVER WI 54521-8362
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Education
Listing 8 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Phelps | PK-08 | Phelps, WI | |
| Regular School Phelps | 09-12 | Phelps, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Eagle River, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Land O' Lakes, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Eagle River, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 08-12 | Eagle River, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Land O' Lakes, WI | |
| 6 Nearby | 2-13 | EAGLE RIVER, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 6 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ELEANOR ELLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 4495 TOWN HALL RD., PHELPS, WI, 54554 |
(715) 545-2887
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LAND O' LAKES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 4242 CO. HWY. B, LAND O' LAKES, WI, 54540 |
(715) 547-6006
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WALTER E. OLSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 203 N. MAIN STREET, EAGLE RIVER, WI, 54521 |
(715) 479-8070
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EDWARD U. DEMMER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 6961 W. SCHOOL ST., THREE LAKES, WI, 54562 |
(715) 546-3391
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WEST IRON DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 116 WEST GENESEE STREET, IRON RIVER, MI, 49935 |
(906) 265-2831
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PLUM LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.7 mi away | 8789 PETERSON ST., SAYNER, WI, 54560 |
(715) 542-2020
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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 EAGLE RVR, WI US, located 12.8 miles from Phelps town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.2° | 2.2° | 11.7° | 1.26" | 15.2" |
| February | 25.8° | 3.2° | 14.5° | 1.06" | 14.1" |
| March | 37.1° | 13.3° | 25.2° | 1.61" | 10.0" |
| April | 50.2° | 26.3° | 38.2° | 2.78" | 7.7" |
| May | 65.1° | 39.4° | 52.3° | 3.51" | 0.3" |
| June | 74.7° | 50.1° | 62.4° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| July | 78.1° | 53.9° | 66.0° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| August | 75.3° | 52.1° | 63.7° | 3.20" | 0.0" |
| September | 67.4° | 44.3° | 55.9° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| October | 52.9° | 32.7° | 42.8° | 3.55" | 2.1" |
| November | 38.0° | 21.3° | 29.6° | 1.92" | 9.5" |
| December | 26.3° | 9.8° | 18.0° | 1.56" | 17.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle River city | City | 12.5 mi | — |
| Three Lakes CDP | CDP | 17.5 mi | — |
| Watersmeet CDP | CDP | 18.4 mi | — |
| Iron River city | City | 20.9 mi | — |
| Caspian city | City | 21.2 mi | — |
| Gaastra city | City | 22.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5512562425. • 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.