Russell town, Wisconsin
Russell town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Russell town is a geographic entity located in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 374. The land area covers 23.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 374 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs | ±9.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 157 | ±33 | 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 | 159 | ±34 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 157 | ±33 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2 | ±3 |
| Median Home Value | $273,900 | ±$34,926 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,029 | ±$188 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,625 | ±$18,505 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,093 | ±$5,246 |
| Poverty Rate | 2% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8 | ±8 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.5% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 217 | ±54 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.4% | ±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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GUS Population: 373 (2024)
ID: 136784
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: LYNETTE MIERZEJEWSKI TOWN CLERK
N9534 SEXTON ROAD, ELKHART LAKE WI 53020-1406
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GUS Population: 118,331 (2024)
ID: 177074
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
508 NEW YORK AVE, SHEBOYGAN WI 53081-4126
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Kiel, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Chilton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chilton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Chilton, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | Plymouth, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 11-12 | Fond du Lac, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Eden, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Elkhart Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Elkhart Lake, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Plymouth, 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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Lakeland University
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College | 11.0 mi away | W3718 South Drive, Plymouth, WI, 53073 |
9205651000
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ELKHART LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 40 PINE ST., ELKHART LAKE, WI, 53020 |
(920) 876-2554
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Moraine Park Technical College
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College | 16.5 mi away | 235 N National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54936-1940 |
9209292483
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KIEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 511 THIRD ST., KIEL, WI, 53042 |
(920) 894-7122
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Marian University
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College | 16.8 mi away | 45 S National Ave, Fond Du Lac, WI, 54935-4699 |
9209237600
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NEW HOLSTEIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 2115 WASHINGTON ST., NEW HOLSTEIN, WI, 53061 |
(920) 898-5165
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Lakeshore Technical College
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College | 18.0 mi away | 1290 North Avenue, Cleveland, WI, 53015-1414 |
92069310001192
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PLYMOUTH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.9 mi away | 130 DIVISION ST., PLYMOUTH, WI, 53073 |
(920) 892-4416
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CHILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 221 PARK ST., CHILTON, WI, 53014 |
(920) 849-4414
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FDLPL EXPRESS
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 1139 E. JOHNSON ST., FOND DU LAC, WI, 54935 |
(920) 322-0388
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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 PLYMOUTH WWTP, WI US, located 11.1 miles from Russell town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.3° | 11.6° | 18.9° | 1.59" | 12.4" |
| February | 29.7° | 13.7° | 21.7° | 1.41" | 11.0" |
| March | 40.5° | 23.6° | 32.0° | 1.97" | 5.9" |
| April | 53.2° | 34.2° | 43.7° | 3.63" | 2.1" |
| May | 65.5° | 45.4° | 55.5° | 3.83" | 0.2" |
| June | 75.7° | 55.1° | 65.4° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.9° | 60.3° | 70.6° | 3.50" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.6° | 58.8° | 68.7° | 3.69" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.8° | 50.5° | 61.1° | 2.81" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.4° | 39.3° | 48.8° | 2.96" | 0.1" |
| November | 44.1° | 28.5° | 36.3° | 2.14" | 2.3" |
| December | 32.1° | 18.3° | 25.2° | 1.82" | 10.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Cloud village | Village | 4.2 mi | — |
| Elkhart Lake village | Village | 4.9 mi | — |
| Glenbeulah village | Village | 5.1 mi | — |
| Kiel city | City | 5.5 mi | — |
| Greenbush CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| New Holstein city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5511770350. • 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.