Price County, Wisconsin
Price County, Wisconsin is a county located in the state of Wisconsin, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 13,351. The county seat is Phillips. The county was created in 1879 and named after William T. Price, a Wisconsin state senator and U.S. Representative from Black River Falls.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Price County covers an area of approximately 1,278 square miles, of which 1,254 square miles is land and 24 square miles is water. The county is characterized by its diverse landscape, which includes forests, lakes, and rivers. The Chequamegon National Forest partially lies within the county, offering numerous recreational opportunities.
Major Highways[edit | edit source]
Adjacent Counties[edit | edit source]
- Ashland County - north
- Iron County - northeast
- Vilas County - east
- Oneida County - southeast
- Lincoln County - south
- Taylor County - southwest
- Rusk County - west
- Sawyer County - northwest
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, Price County had a population of 13,351 people. The population density was approximately 10.6 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of Native American, Asian, African American, and other races.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Cities[edit | edit source]
- Park Falls
- Phillips (county seat)
Towns[edit | edit source]
- Catawba
- Eisenstein
- Elk
- Emery
- Fifield
- Flambeau
- Georgetown
- Hackett
- Harmony
- Hill
- Kennan
- Knox
- Lake
- Ogema
- Prentice
- Spirit
- Worcester
Villages[edit | edit source]
Unincorporated Communities[edit | edit source]
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Price County is diverse, with significant contributions from the forestry, manufacturing, and tourism sectors. The presence of the Chequamegon National Forest and numerous lakes and rivers makes the county a popular destination for outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, and camping.
Education[edit | edit source]
Price County is served by several school districts, including the Phillips School District, Park Falls School District, and Prentice School District. The county also has access to higher education institutions in nearby counties.
Recreation[edit | edit source]
Price County offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, snowmobiling, and ATV riding. The Flambeau River State Forest and numerous county parks provide ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Wisconsin
- Chequamegon National Forest
- Flambeau River State Forest
- Phillips, Wisconsin
- Park Falls, Wisconsin
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