Iron River CDP, Wisconsin Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Iron River CDP, Wisconsin Demographics
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As of 2026, Iron River CDP, Wisconsin has a total population of 752, the 450th largest city in Wisconsin, with a median household income of $55,294, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.1%.

Key Takeaways

Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.

Iron River CDP Quick Facts

Population 752

Median Household Income $55,294

Median Home Value $152,100

Poverty Rate 9.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.4%

Median Age 55.2 years

Homeownership Rate 72.0%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.8%

High School Graduation Rate 90.0%

Diversity Index 20/100

Population 752 450th of 807

Median Income $55,294 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 9.1% 27% lower national

Median Home Value $152,100 below average

How Iron River CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Iron River CDP

$55,294

$75,670

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Iron River CDP

$152,100

$247,400

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 23.9%

$25K-$50K 21.8%

$50K-$100K 39.8%

$100K+ 14.5%

Employment

2.4% Unemployment Rate State: 3.3% | National: 5.2%

46.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 72.0%

Renter 28.0%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.2%

18-34

11.7%

35-54

19.7%

55-74

35.5%

75+

14.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 36 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Iron River CDP Rankings in Wisconsin

#450 Population of 807

#619 Median Income of 807

#320 Education of 807

#523 Home Value of 807

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Cities Similar to Iron River CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Shiocton village	776	$56,146	$165,800	9.0%	10.7%
Fountain City city	747	$51,759	$161,700	26.6%	10.3%
Eleva village	715	$55,625	$165,900	16.3%	12.3%
Alma city	792	$56,284	$174,500	30.1%	11.4%
Almena village	749	$49,250	$106,100	11.0%	14.2%

Population Overview

Iron River CDP is a small community located in Wisconsin. The total population is 752. It ranks as the 450th most populous out of 807 cities and towns in Wisconsin.

Age Demographics

The median age in Iron River CDP is 55.2 years. This is 38% higher than the state median of 40.1 years. 14.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Iron River CDP is $55,294. This is 27% lower than the state median of $75,670. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 30% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.1%. This is 14% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.6%. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 26% lower than the state rate of 3.3%. The median home value is $152,100. Housing costs are 39% lower than the state median of $247,400. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Iron River CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 67.9%.

Race & Ethnicity

Iron River CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 3.5%. The Hispanic or Latino population (3.5%) is well below the state average of 7.8%.

Education

24.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 32.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Iron River CDP, Wisconsin is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Wisconsin state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 807 Census-designated places in Wisconsin. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Iron River CDP, Wisconsin?

Iron River CDP, Wisconsin has a population of 752 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Iron River CDP, WI?

The median household income in Iron River CDP is $55,294, which is 30% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Iron River CDP, WI?

The poverty rate in Iron River CDP is 9.1%. This means approximately 68 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Iron River CDP, Wisconsin?

Iron River CDP's population is 89.1% White, 0.0% Black, 3.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Iron River CDP, WI?

The median home value in Iron River CDP is $152,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Iron River CDP, Wisconsin?

24.8% of adults (25+) in Iron River CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.