Sheldon town, Wisconsin
Sheldon town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sheldon town is a geographic entity located in Monroe County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 666. The land area covers 35.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 666 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 31.5 yrs | ±14.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 199 | ±58 | 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 | 244 | ±57 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 199 | ±58 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 45 | ±23 |
| Median Home Value | $271,900 | ±$49,483 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,010 | ±$314 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,440 | ±$11,940 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,475 | ±$14,342 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% | ±6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 81 | ±48 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.7% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 269 | ±77 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 64.8% | ±24.5% |
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 SHELDON
GUS Population: 666 (2024)
ID: 115237
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
17718 MERCURY AVE, NORWALK WI 54648-8197
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GUS Population: 46,370 (2024)
ID: 184232
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
202 S K ST, RM 1, SPARTA WI 54656-2187
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Ontario, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cashton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Cashton, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-04 | Sparta, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hillsboro, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Hillsboro, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Sparta, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | La Farge, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | La Farge, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | La Farge, WI |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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ONTARIO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 313 MAIN ST., ONTARIO, WI, 54651 |
(608) 337-4651
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NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 101 RAILROAD ST., NORWALK, WI, 54648 |
(608) 823-7473
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WILTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 400 EAST ST., STE. 102, WILTON, WI, 54670 |
(608) 435-6710
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CASHTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 720 BROADWAY ST., CASHTON, WI, 54619 |
(608) 654-5465
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KENDALL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 110 E. SOUTH RAILROAD ST., KENDALL, WI, 54638 |
(608) 463-7103
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LAWTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 118 N. BIRD ST., LA FARGE, WI, 54639 |
(608) 625-2015
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BEKKUM MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 206 N. MAIN ST., WESTBY, WI, 54667 |
(608) 634-4419
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SPARTA FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 124 W. MAIN ST., SPARTA, WI, 54656 |
(608) 269-2010
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TOMAH PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.4 mi away | 716 SUPERIOR AVE., TOMAH, WI, 54660 |
(608) 374-7470
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HILLSBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.4 mi away | 819 HIGH AVE., HILLSBORO, WI, 54634 |
(608) 489-2192
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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 CASHTON, WI US, located 8.1 miles from Sheldon town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.8° | 10.8° | 17.3° | 1.14" | 15.4" |
| February | 29.1° | 14.0° | 21.6° | 0.86" | 11.5" |
| March | 41.4° | 24.9° | 33.2° | 1.51" | 9.9" |
| April | 56.4° | 36.7° | 46.5° | 3.54" | 3.8" |
| May | 68.3° | 48.4° | 58.3° | 4.44" | 0.1" |
| June | 77.0° | 58.8° | 67.9° | 4.72" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.7° | 62.6° | 71.6° | 4.58" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.7° | 60.8° | 69.7° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.2° | 52.9° | 62.1° | 3.73" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.3° | 40.5° | 48.9° | 3.15" | 0.2" |
| November | 41.5° | 28.0° | 34.7° | 1.95" | 5.4" |
| December | 29.4° | 16.7° | 23.1° | 1.28" | 8.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario village | Village | 3.9 mi | — |
| Norwalk village | Village | 4.2 mi | — |
| Wilton village | Village | 5.5 mi | — |
| Melvina village | Village | 8.2 mi | — |
| Cashton village | Village | 8.5 mi | — |
| Kendall village | Village | 12.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5508173150. • 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.