Wolf River town, Wisconsin
Wolf River town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wolf River town is a geographic entity located in Winnebago County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,226. The land area covers 28.84 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,226 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 54.6 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 556 | ±102 | 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 | 740 | ±110 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 556 | ±102 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 184 | ±43 |
| Median Home Value | $314,700 | ±$31,279 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,063 | ±$314 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,909 | ±$15,299 |
| Per Capita Income | $47,802 | ±$6,411 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% | ±3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 65 | ±39 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 624 | ±136 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.6% | ±9.1% |
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 WOLF RIVER
GUS Population: 1,222 (2024)
ID: 115309
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
7540 RICHTER LN, LARSEN WI 54947-9635
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GUS Population: 173,307 (2024)
ID: 177079
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY BOARD CHAIRMAN
PO BOX 2808, OSHKOSH WI 54903-2808
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Berlin, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | New London, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Berlin, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Neenah, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | Oshkosh, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | Redgranite, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hortonville, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Oshkosh, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Fremont, 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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University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
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College | 17.7 mi away | 800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI, 54901 |
9204241234
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NEUSCHAFER COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 317 WOLF RIVER DR., FREMONT, WI, 54940 |
(920) 446-2474
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Academy of Beauty Professionals
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College Vocational | 18.9 mi away | 525 Westhill Boulevard, Appleton, WI, 54914-5780 |
9208153375
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WINNECONNE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 31 S. SECOND ST., WINNECONNE, WI, 54986 |
(920) 582-7091
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The Salon Professional Academy-Appleton
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College | 19.0 mi away | 3355 W College Ave, Appleton, WI, 54914 |
92096804334
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POY SIPPI PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | W2251 COMMERCIAL ST., POY SIPPI, WI, 54967 |
(920) 987-5737
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Fox Valley Technical College
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College | 19.4 mi away | 1825 N Bluemound Dr, Appleton, WI, 54912-2277 |
9207355600
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WEYAUWEGA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 301 S. MILL ST., WEYAUWEGA, WI, 54983 |
(920) 867-3742
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Lawrence University
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College | 21.9 mi away | College Ave, Appleton, WI, 54911 |
9208327000
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CARTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 11.2 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 NEW LONDON, WI US, located 13.0 miles from Wolf River 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° | 8.3° | 16.5° | 1.28" | 10.8" |
| February | 28.6° | 10.8° | 19.7° | 1.18" | 11.0" |
| March | 40.7° | 21.6° | 31.1° | 2.08" | 6.8" |
| April | 54.2° | 33.3° | 43.8° | 3.46" | 3.7" |
| May | 67.6° | 45.3° | 56.4° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.0° | 55.0° | 66.0° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.1° | 59.0° | 70.1° | 4.06" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.2° | 57.7° | 68.5° | 3.73" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.7° | 49.0° | 60.4° | 3.43" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.1° | 37.5° | 47.8° | 2.92" | 0.2" |
| November | 43.2° | 26.4° | 34.8° | 1.90" | 2.4" |
| December | 30.3° | 15.1° | 22.7° | 1.81" | 11.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tustin CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Fremont village | Village | 5.6 mi | — |
| Winneconne village | Village | 7.4 mi | — |
| Winchester CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| Poy Sippi CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
| Dale CDP | CDP | 9.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5513988475. • 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.