ZIP Code 54545, Wisconsin
ZIP Code 54545 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 54545 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Iron County / Vilas County, Wisconsin. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 947. The land area covers 48.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 947 | ±156 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 62.7 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 530 | ±100 | 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 | 1,347 | ±148 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 530 | ±100 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 817 | ±99 |
| Median Home Value | $665,700 | ±$157,232 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,135 | ±$49 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,625 | ±$16,513 |
| Per Capita Income | $61,144 | ±$8,522 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 61 | ±35 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | ±5.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 402 | ±92 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.8% | ±4.7% |
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: 6,235 (2024)
ID: 115027
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
300 TACONITE ST, HURLEY WI 54534-1546
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Education
Listing 4 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Arbor Vitae, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Lac du Flambeau, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Mercer, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Manitowish Waters, 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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FRANK B. KOLLER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 5761 US HWY. 51, MANITOWISH WATERS, WI, 54545 |
(715) 543-2700
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WINCHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 2117 LAKE ST., WINCHESTER, WI, 54557 |
(715) 686-2926
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PRESQUE ISLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 8306 SCHOOL LOOP RD., PRESQUE ISLE, WI, 54557 |
(715) 686-7613
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MERCER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 2648W MARGARET ST., MERCER, WI, 54547 |
(715) 476-2366
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BOULDER JUNCTION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 5392 PARK ST., BOULDER JUNCTION, WI, 54512 |
(715) 385-2050
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BEN GUTHRIE--LAC DU FLAMBEAU PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 622 PEACE PIPE RD., LAC DU FLAMBEAU, WI, 54538 |
(715) 588-7001
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PLUM LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 8789 PETERSON ST., SAYNER, WI, 54560 |
(715) 542-2020
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MARINESCO TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 321 FAIR AVE., MARENISCO, MI, 49947 |
(906) 787-2501
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MINOCQUA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 415 MENOMINEE ST., STE. 100, MINOCQUA, WI, 54548 |
(715) 356-4437
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WAKEFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.9 mi away | 401 HANCOCK STREET, WAKEFIELD, MI, 49968 |
(906) 229-5236
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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 REST LAKE, WI US, located 1.4 miles from ZCTA5 54545. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.0° | 0.4° | 10.2° | 1.21" | 16.7" |
| February | 25.2° | 2.9° | 14.0° | 0.93" | 12.7" |
| March | 36.9° | 13.5° | 25.2° | 1.50" | 10.9" |
| April | 50.4° | 27.4° | 38.9° | 2.54" | 7.2" |
| May | 64.7° | 40.9° | 52.8° | 3.69" | 0.3" |
| June | 73.7° | 50.5° | 62.1° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| July | 77.5° | 54.4° | 65.9° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| August | 75.6° | 52.6° | 64.1° | 3.30" | 0.0" |
| September | 67.1° | 45.1° | 56.1° | 3.66" | 0.1" |
| October | 53.1° | 33.1° | 43.1° | 3.57" | 2.9" |
| November | 37.1° | 21.5° | 29.3° | 1.93" | 9.1" |
| December | 24.8° | 8.7° | 16.8° | 1.42" | 15.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer CDP | CDP | 9.2 mi | — |
| Boulder Junction CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
| Lac du Flambeau CDP | CDP | 12.0 mi | — |
| Marenisco CDP | CDP | 17.9 mi | — |
| Sayner CDP | CDP | 18.1 mi | — |
| Woodruff CDP | CDP | 18.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 54545. • 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.