Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
| Below Poverty | 13.1% ▲ 31% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 49% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 51 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,295 (28.3%) |
| Some College | 764 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 656 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 805 (17.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,008 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,777 ▼ 22% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $153,902 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $602/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,968 |
| Vacant Units | 2,167 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Iron County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,013 residents. With a median age of 52.47, it is a mature county.
Iron County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $59,777 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Iron County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $153,902 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $602. Homeownership rates are high at 84.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Iron County are primarily White (88.89%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 39.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Iron County, WI is a solidly middle-class area in Wisconsin. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54525 | Gile | 311 | $65,417 | $93,500 | $738 | 5.0% | 46.8% |
| 54534 | Hurley | 2,593 | $53,889 | $108,700 | $634 | 3.2% | 37.6% |
| 54536 | Iron Belt | 158 | $56,000 | $65,400 | — | 4.3% | 27.6% |
| 54547 | Mercer | 1,396 | $60,795 | $278,500 | $525 | 0.4% | 43.1% |
| 54550 | Montreal | 655 | $67,500 | $107,300 | $750 | 1.4% | 45.1% |
| 54559 | Saxon | 855 | $69,415 | $163,100 | $471 | 3.3% | 35.6% |
| 54565 | Upson | 45 | $46,250 | $125,000 | — | 9.1% | 37.8% |