Total Population
16,423
Population
Growth Rate
0.06%
Median Age
54
Diversity Index
32.500
County Seat: Bayfield
We are located on the shores of Lake Superior in America’s heartland. This is the “Home of Wisconsin’s National Treasures” - including the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore and the world-famous Ice Caves, in addition to the first ever Tribal National Park! With 800+ miles of paved roads and not one traffic light, you may be surprised by all the shops and galleries, great restaurants and lodging options. Amenities include 600 miles of groomed snowmobile trails, 38 hiking trails, over a dozen orchards & fruit farms, and the Wisconsin Lake Superior Scenic Byway.
Year | Population | Households | Average Household Size | Average Household Income |
---|---|---|---|---|
2015 | 15,114 | 6,756 | 2.2 | $57,005 |
2020 | 15,526 | 6,994 | 2.2 | $65,569 |
Source: Northland Connection, ESRI
Households
7,594
Owner Occupied
6,398
Renter Occupied
1,196
Vacant
5,859
Median Household
$65,652 $75,486
Average Household
$87,823 $99,579
Per Capita
$40,622 $46,713
Total Businesses
905
Total Employed
5,729
Workers 16+
7,166
2023 Public Administration
Businesses
132
Employed
920
2023 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
20
Employed
801
2023 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
120
Employed
736
2023 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
117
Employed
576
2023 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
33
Employed
505
2023 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
29
Employed
420
Average Commute Time
23 min.
Resident Commuters
4,257
Non-Resident Commuters
2,596
Drive Alone
5,292
Carpooled
695
Public
171
Work At Home
718