Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 12.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.6% ▼ 26% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 78 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,346 (45.5%) |
| Some College | 1,183 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 1,176 (12.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,275 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,488 (15.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,276 ▼ 24% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $145,113 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $810/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,074 |
| Vacant Units | 1,930 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Rusk County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 13,927 residents. With a median age of 47.57, it is a mature county.
Rusk County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $58,276 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.9% is above the national average.
Housing in Rusk County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $145,113 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $810. Homeownership rates are high at 77.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Rusk County are primarily White (94%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 28.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Rusk County, WI is a solidly middle-class area in Wisconsin. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54819 | Bruce | 2,584 | $56,026 | $154,000 | $719 | 4.0% | 27.1% |
| 54731 | Conrath | 613 | $61,125 | $160,300 | $1,200 | 5.5% | 32.6% |
| 54526 | Glen Flora | 673 | $52,614 | $122,500 | $875 | 5.2% | 24.6% |
| 54530 | Hawkins | 739 | $47,500 | $104,000 | $703 | 3.3% | 21.4% |
| 54848 | Ladysmith | 5,866 | $55,328 | $138,100 | $828 | 5.5% | 30.8% |
| 54766 | Sheldon | 1,830 | $62,847 | $135,900 | $834 | 3.4% | 20.6% |
| 54563 | Tony | 810 | $81,771 | $195,500 | $850 | 8.5% | 40.2% |
| 54895 | Weyerhaeuser | 812 | $65,347 | $182,700 | $625 | 2.0% | 31.6% |