Total Population
16,582
Population
Growth Rate
0.26%
Median Age
55
Diversity Index
31.300
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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
Total Population
16,582
Population
Growth Rate
0.26%
Median Age
55
Diversity Index
31.300
Households
7,688
Owner Occupied
6,285
Renter Occupied
1,403
Vacant
5,876
Median Household
$68,863 $76,704
Average Household
$90,160 $100,187
Per Capita
$41,806 $46,991
Total Businesses
922
Total Employed
5,961
Workers 16+
7,301
2024 Public Administration
Businesses
132
Employed
836
2024 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
18
Employed
824
2024 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
118
Employed
703
2024 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
113
Employed
598
2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
32
Employed
461
2024 Arts / Entertainment / Rec
Businesses
36
Employed
399
Average Commute Time
23 min.
Resident Commuters
4,366
Non-Resident Commuters
2,639
Drive Alone
5,277
Carpooled
735
Public
85
Work At Home
858