Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 12.0% ▲ 20% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 96 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,478 (33.6%) |
| Some College | 1,722 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 1,991 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,668 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,376 (25.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,731 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $215,244 ▼ 23% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $812/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 15,208 |
| Vacant Units | 6,962 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Washburn County is located in Wisconsin and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 18,168 residents. With a median age of 53.21, it is a mature county.
Washburn County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,730 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Washburn County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $215,244 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $812. Homeownership rates are high at 81.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Washburn County are primarily White (92.41%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Washburn 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 54817 | Birchwood | 2,105 | $85,000 | $259,100 | $613 | 1.4% | 40.5% |
| 54859 | Minong | 2,265 | $51,641 | $207,600 | $888 | 7.4% | 34.2% |
| 54870 | Sarona | 1,701 | $64,097 | $275,700 | $1,148 | 3.8% | 40.8% |
| 54871 | Shell Lake | 3,323 | $70,100 | $215,100 | $740 | 1.7% | 38.9% |
| 54801 | Spooner | 6,122 | $58,591 | $198,500 | $812 | 5.0% | 37.1% |
| 54875 | Springbrook | 1,332 | $54,471 | $158,300 | $825 | 2.4% | 34.7% |
| 54888 | Trego | 1,320 | $67,232 | $216,000 | $738 | 3.0% | 39.4% |