Ripon city, Wisconsin
Ripon city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Ripon city is a geographic entity located in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,738. The land area covers 5.05 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 7,738 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs | ±5.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,282 | ±258 | 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 | 3,292 | ±256 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,282 | ±258 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 10 | ±18 |
| Median Home Value | $174,900 | ±$12,884 |
| Median Gross Rent | $775 | ±$51 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,763 | ±$9,904 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,531 | ±$3,830 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.8% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 893 | ±263 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,916 | ±307 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.7% | ±2.5% |
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: 7,716 (2024)
ID: 115064
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: CITY CLERK
100 E JACKSON ST, RIPON WI 54971-1396
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GUS Population: 104,269 (2024)
ID: 177061
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE
160 S MACY ST, FOND DU LAC WI 54935-4241
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Ripon | PK-02 | Ripon, WI | |
| Regular School Ripon | 03-05 | Ripon, WI | |
| Regular School Ripon | PK-12 | Ripon, WI | |
| Regular School Ripon | 03-05 | Ripon, WI | |
| Regular School Ripon | 09-12 | Ripon, WI | |
| Regular School Ripon | 06-08 | Ripon, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brandon, WI | |
| 6 Nearby | 3-13 | PRINCETON, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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RIPON MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 845 PARKSIDE ST, RIPON, WI, 54971 |
(920) 748-3101
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Ripon College
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College | 0.2 mi away | 300 West Seward Street, Ripon, WI, 54971-0248 |
9207488115
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RIPON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 120 JEFFERSON ST., RIPON, WI, 54971 |
(920) 748-6160
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Advanced College of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 15.4 mi away | 25 West Main Street, Waupun, WI, 53963-0000 |
9203243427
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CAESTECKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 518 HILL ST., GREEN LAKE, WI, 54941 |
(920) 294-3572
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University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
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College | 19.1 mi away | 800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI, 54901 |
9204241234
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BRANDON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 117 E. MAIN ST., BRANDON, WI, 53919 |
(920) 346-2350
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Marian University
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College | 21.3 mi away | 45 S National Ave, Fond Du Lac, WI, 54935-4699 |
9209237600
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BERLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 121 W. PARK AVE., BERLIN, WI, 54923 |
(920) 361-5420
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Moraine Park Technical College
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College | 21.3 mi away | 235 N National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54936-1940 |
9209292483
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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 RIPON 5 NE, WI US, located 5.5 miles from Ripon city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.8° | 9.7° | 17.3° | 0.98" | 11.0" |
| February | 28.0° | 11.5° | 19.7° | 0.93" | 8.2" |
| March | 39.5° | 22.3° | 30.9° | 1.67" | 5.6" |
| April | 53.9° | 34.2° | 44.0° | 2.89" | 1.4" |
| May | 67.1° | 45.6° | 56.3° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| June | 76.3° | 56.6° | 66.4° | 4.80" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.0° | 60.0° | 70.0° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.2° | 58.6° | 68.4° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.7° | 50.5° | 61.1° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.8° | 38.8° | 48.3° | 2.69" | 0.1" |
| November | 42.7° | 27.5° | 35.1° | 1.85" | 1.8" |
| December | 30.2° | 16.1° | 23.2° | 1.37" | 9.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ripon city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Green Lake city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Fairwater village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Brandon village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
| Rosendale village | Village | 8.6 mi | — |
| Waukau CDP | CDP | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5503968175. • 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.