Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
| Below Poverty | 10.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 41.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 75 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,039 (30.8%) |
| Some College | 1,866 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 2,635 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,880 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,867 (29.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,344 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $285,685 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $849/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 23,320 |
| Vacant Units | 13,332 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Vilas County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 21,193 residents. With a median age of 55.07, it is an older county.
Vilas County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,343 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 10.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Vilas County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $285,685 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $849. Homeownership rates are high at 82.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Vilas County are primarily White (85.02%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Vilas County, WI is a solidly middle-class area in Wisconsin. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54512 | Boulder Junction | 1,466 | $71,875 | $280,700 | $924 | 1.7% | 40.0% |
| 54519 | Conover | 1,293 | $62,778 | $242,100 | $883 | 6.4% | 35.7% |
| 54521 | Eagle River | 8,555 | $72,619 | $275,900 | $913 | 3.0% | 42.9% |
| 54538 | Lac Du Flambeau | 2,919 | $49,915 | $271,300 | $548 | 8.6% | 38.6% |
| 54540 | Land O Lakes | 985 | $63,438 | $223,800 | $779 | 3.8% | 43.5% |
| 54545 | Manitowish Waters | 954 | $80,607 | $647,500 | $1,107 | 2.0% | 60.3% |
| 54554 | Phelps | 1,099 | $58,478 | $222,600 | $730 | 0.9% | 26.8% |
| 54557 | Presque Isle | 1,061 | $81,750 | $408,800 | — | 4.9% | 50.3% |
| 54558 | Saint Germain | 2,224 | $62,404 | $234,500 | $856 | 5.2% | 36.7% |
| 54560 | Sayner | 574 | $70,208 | $218,200 | $1,063 | 0.6% | 31.7% |