Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 13.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 98 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,095 (33.6%) |
| Some College | 1,354 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 1,956 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 1,864 (15.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,835 (23.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,756 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $170,507 ▼ 39% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $690/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 10,726 |
| Vacant Units | 3,116 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Ashland County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 17,885 residents. With a median age of 44.05, it is a middle-aged county.
Ashland County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,756 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 13.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Ashland County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $170,507 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $689. Homeownership rates are high at 74.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Ashland County are primarily White (85.21%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 38.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Ashland County, WI is a solidly middle-class area in Wisconsin. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54806 | Ashland | 11,708 | $59,556 | $172,900 | $709 | 5.1% | 40.4% |
| 54514 | Butternut | 1,810 | $73,875 | $158,700 | $633 | 3.2% | 36.1% |
| 54517 | Clam Lake | 187 | $71,857 | $417,500 | — | 4.4% | 26.7% |
| 54527 | Glidden | 958 | $49,718 | $119,100 | $545 | 3.2% | 30.5% |
| 54846 | High Bridge | 647 | $75,938 | $147,300 | $842 | 3.9% | 39.8% |
| 54850 | La Pointe | 341 | $69,875 | $272,100 | $713 | 3.0% | 51.8% |
| 54855 | Marengo | 896 | $57,250 | $191,400 | $745 | 7.8% | 42.7% |
| 54546 | Mellen | 1,133 | $66,667 | $133,500 | $608 | 1.4% | 31.3% |