Rusk town, Wisconsin
Rusk town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Rusk town is a geographic entity located in Burnett County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 486. The land area covers 32.60 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 486 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 48.6 yrs | ±11.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 181 | ±32 | 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 | 470 | ±51 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 181 | ±32 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 289 | ±45 |
| Median Home Value | $284,100 | ±$58,308 |
| Median Gross Rent | $630 | ±$237 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $70,250 | ±$12,942 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,749 | ±$4,821 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.8% | ±8.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 109 | ±47 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.5% | ±3.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 191 | ±38 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.2% | ±9.6% |
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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TOWN OF RUSK
GUS Population: 482 (2024)
ID: 136625
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK
26985 E BENOIT LAKE LN, SPOONER WI 54801-8904
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GUS Population: 17,187 (2024)
ID: 194207
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
7410 COUNTY ROAD K, 111, SIREN WI 54872-9067
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Shell Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Shell Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Shell Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Siren, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Siren, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Spooner, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Spooner, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Spooner, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Webster, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Webster, 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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SPOONER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 421 HIGH ST., SPOONER, WI, 54801 |
(715) 635-2792
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SPOONER MEMORIAL LIBRARY BOOKS & BREAD BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 412 HIGH ST., SPOONER, WI, 54801 |
(715) 635-2792
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SHELL LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 501 1ST ST., SHELL LAKE, WI, 54871 |
(715) 468-2074
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LARSEN FAMILY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 7401 W. MAIN ST., WEBSTER, WI, 54893 |
(715) 866-7697
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FREDERIC PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.0 mi away | 127 OAK ST. W., FREDERIC, WI, 54837 |
(715) 327-4979
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THOMAS ST. ANGELO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.5 mi away | 1305 2ND AVE., CUMBERLAND, WI, 54829 |
(715) 822-2767
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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 SPOONER AG RES STN, WI US, located 11.2 miles from Rusk town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.7° | 0.9° | 10.8° | 0.79" | 11.3" |
| February | 26.4° | 4.4° | 15.4° | 0.80" | 9.6" |
| March | 39.5° | 17.7° | 28.6° | 1.43" | 9.4" |
| April | 53.7° | 31.0° | 42.4° | 2.77" | 4.8" |
| May | 66.7° | 43.6° | 55.2° | 4.08" | 0.4" |
| June | 76.1° | 53.7° | 64.9° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.1° | 58.0° | 69.0° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.3° | 56.0° | 67.1° | 3.90" | 0.0" |
| September | 69.6° | 48.0° | 58.8° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| October | 55.6° | 35.9° | 45.8° | 3.16" | 0.8" |
| November | 39.0° | 22.8° | 30.9° | 1.66" | 6.2" |
| December | 25.7° | 9.2° | 17.5° | 1.19" | 13.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spooner city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
| Webster village | Village | 12.5 mi | — |
| Shell Lake city | City | 12.9 mi | — |
| Trego CDP | CDP | 13.6 mi | — |
| Siren village | Village | 14.4 mi | — |
| Barronett CDP | CDP | 16.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5501370225. • 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.