Rosendale town, Wisconsin
Rosendale town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Rosendale town is a geographic entity located in Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 743. The land area covers 35.14 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 743 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 52.9 yrs | ±11.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 254 | ±52 | 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 | 267 | ±55 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 254 | ±52 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 13 | ±16 |
| Median Home Value | $277,300 | ±$22,005 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,583 | ±$996 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $91,667 | ±$20,123 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,010 | ±$5,442 |
| Poverty Rate | 1.4% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 10 | ±12 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.8% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 366 | ±93 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.3% | ±22.5% |
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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TOWN OF ROSENDALE
GUS Population: 735 (2024)
ID: 136670
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CHAIR
N9107 OAK RD, PICKETT WI 54964-9617
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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 Rosendale | 09-12 | Rosendale, WI | |
| Regular School Rosendale | 04-05 | Rosendale, WI | |
| Regular School Rosendale | PK-03 | Rosendale, WI | |
| Regular School Rosendale | 06-08 | Rosendale, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Ripon, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | North Fond du Lac, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brandon, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fond du Lac, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ripon College
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College | 6.8 mi away | 300 West Seward Street, Ripon, WI, 54971-0248 |
9207488115
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RIPON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 120 JEFFERSON ST., RIPON, WI, 54971 |
(920) 748-6160
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University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
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College | 14.3 mi away | 800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI, 54901 |
9204241234
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BRANDON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 117 E. MAIN ST., BRANDON, WI, 53919 |
(920) 346-2350
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Moraine Park Technical College
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College | 15.1 mi away | 235 N National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54936-1940 |
9209292483
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SPILLMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 719 WISCONSIN AVE., NORTH FOND DU LAC, WI, 54937 |
(920) 929-3771
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Marian University
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College | 15.1 mi away | 45 S National Ave, Fond Du Lac, WI, 54935-4699 |
9209237600
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CAESTECKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 518 HILL ST., GREEN LAKE, WI, 54941 |
(920) 294-3572
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Advanced College of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 15.3 mi away | 25 West Main Street, Waupun, WI, 53963-0000 |
9203243427
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CARTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 405 E. HURON ST., OMRO, WI, 54963 |
(920) 685-7016
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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 3.0 miles from Rosendale town. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosendale village | Village | 3.5 mi | — |
| Ripon city | City | 6.6 mi | — |
| Brandon village | Village | 9.0 mi | — |
| Waukau CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
| Van Dyne CDP | CDP | 10.6 mi | — |
| Fairwater village | Village | 11.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5503969550. • 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.