Sterling town, Wisconsin
Sterling town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sterling town is a geographic entity located in Polk County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 735. The land area covers 63.23 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 735 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 51.6 yrs | ±8.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 355 | ±66 | 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 | 509 | ±82 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 355 | ±66 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 154 | ±41 |
| Median Home Value | $207,100 | ±$75,085 |
| Median Gross Rent | $919 | ±$95 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,875 | ±$25,004 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,535 | ±$6,121 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.9% | ±7.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 108 | ±62 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.6% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 360 | ±81 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 87.3% | ±22.8% |
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 STERLING
GUS Population: 737 (2024)
ID: 136753
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK TREASURER
2758 285TH AVE, SAINT CROIX FALLS WI 54024-3212
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GUS Population: 45,831 (2024)
ID: 115032
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: FINANCE MANAGER
100 POLK COUNTY PLZ, STE 170, BALSAM LAKE WI 54810-9082
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | RUSH CITY, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 09-12 | NORTH BRANCH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | NORTH BRANCH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | NORTH BRANCH, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | PINE CITY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Frederic, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Grantsburg, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Grantsburg, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | Grantsburg, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Luck, 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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Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School
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College | 16.3 mi away | 15251 Pleasant Valley Rd, Center City, MN, 55012-0011 |
8882577800
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RUSH CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 240 W. FOURTH ST., RUSH CITY, MN, 55069 |
(320) 358-3948
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Pine Technical & Community College
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College | 17.5 mi away | 900 4th St SE, Pine City, MN, 55063 |
3206295100
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GRANTSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 415 S. ROBERT ST., GRANTSBURG, WI, 54840 |
(715) 463-2244
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NORTH BRANCH AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 6355 379TH ST., NORTH BRANCH, MN, 55056 |
(651) 674-8443
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MILLTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 61 W. MAIN ST., MILLTOWN, WI, 54858 |
(715) 825-2313
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LUCK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 301 S. MAIN ST., LUCK, WI, 54853 |
(715) 472-2770
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FREDERIC PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.8 mi away | 127 OAK ST. W., FREDERIC, WI, 54837 |
(715) 327-4979
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CENTURIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 409 4TH ST., CENTURIA, WI, 54824 |
(715) 646-2630
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ST. CROIX FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.1 mi away | 230 S. WASHINGTON ST., ST. CROIX FALLS, WI, 54024 |
(715) 483-1777
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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 WILD RVR SP, MN US, located 6.0 miles from Sterling town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22.3° | -0.1° | 11.1° | 0.83" | — |
| February | 27.3° | 3.5° | 15.4° | 1.01" | — |
| March | 40.4° | 17.4° | 28.9° | 1.55" | — |
| April | 55.3° | 30.0° | 42.7° | 2.98" | — |
| May | 68.5° | 42.5° | 55.5° | 4.02" | — |
| June | 77.6° | 52.4° | 65.0° | 4.19" | — |
| July | 82.1° | 57.6° | 69.8° | 4.22" | — |
| August | 79.9° | 55.2° | 67.5° | 4.01" | — |
| September | 71.6° | 46.9° | 59.2° | 3.48" | — |
| October | 57.3° | 33.9° | 45.6° | 3.21" | — |
| November | 40.7° | 21.7° | 31.2° | 1.62" | — |
| December | 27.4° | 8.4° | 17.9° | 1.27" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Rush City city | City | 11.1 mi | — |
| North Branch city | City | 11.5 mi | — |
| Rock Creek city | City | 12.7 mi | — |
| Grantsburg village | Village | 12.8 mi | — |
| Milltown village | Village | 14.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5509577050. • 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.