Rusk County
Rusk County has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $31,344. Population has held roughly steady since 1990. 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 24%. Median home value has risen by half since 1990, reaching $65,900. Households here earn about 28% less than the Wisconsin median.
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How many people live in Rusk County, Wisconsin?
Rusk County, Wisconsin has about 15,347 residents according to the 2000 Census.
What is the median household income in Rusk County, Wisconsin?
The typical household in Rusk County, Wisconsin earns about $31,344 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Rusk County, Wisconsin expensive?
In Rusk County, Wisconsin, the median home is worth about $65,900, and the typical rent is about $371 a month.
How educated are people in Rusk County, Wisconsin?
About 11.2% of adults age 25 and over in Rusk County, Wisconsin hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Rusk County, Wisconsin?
About 11.8% of people in Rusk County, Wisconsin live below the federal poverty line.
Has Rusk County, Wisconsin grown since 1990?
Yes, Rusk County, Wisconsin has grown since 1990. The population has added about 268 residents, a change of about 2 percent over that period.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · UPDATED 2024