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Rusk County, located in northwestern Wisconsin, offers an array of natural beauty and outdoor recreation. The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest covers a significant portion of the county, providing opportunities for hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The Flambeau River State Forest, with its scenic river and abundant wildlife, is another popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can explore the historical sites in the city of Ladysmith, such as the Memorial Park and the Rusk County Historical Museum. The county hosts events like the Rusk County Junior Fair and the Blue Hills Festival, reflecting its vibrant community spirit.
Rusk County (WI) Statistics
| Number of cities/towns/villages | 21 |
|---|---|
| Population | 13,555 |
| Area | 931 sq mi |
| Density | 15 /sq mi |
| Altitude | 1,021 ft |
| GDP | $623 million |
| Median Household Income | $47,345 |
| Poverty rate | 14% |
| Unemployment rate | 3% |
| Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher) | 18% |
| Crime rate | 24 per 1,000 residents |
Environmental risk in Rusk County, WI
| Overall risk | Very Low |
|---|---|
| Expected Annual Loss | Very Low |
| Social Vulnerability | Relatively Low |
| Community Resilience | Relatively High |
| Avalanche Risk | Not Applicable |
| Coastal Flooding Risk | Not Applicable |
| Cold Wave Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought Risk | Very Low |
| Earthquake Risk | Very Low |
| Hail Risk | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave Risk | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane Risk | Not Applicable |
| Ice Storm Risk | Relatively Low |
| Landslide Risk | Relatively Low |
| Lightning Risk | Relatively Low |
| Riverine Flooding Risk | Very Low |
| Strong Wind Risk | Relatively Low |
| Tornado Risk | Relatively Low |
| Tsunami Risk | Not Applicable |
| Volcanic Activity Risk | Not Applicable |
| Wildfire Risk | Very Low |
| Winter Weather Risk | Relatively Low |
Rusk County administration contact details
| Rusk County administration contact details | 311 Miner Avenue East, Ladysmith, WI 54848 | |
|---|---|---|
| County seat | Ladysmith | |
| Phone number | (715) 532-2100 | |
| Official website | https://www.ruskcounty.org | |
| County clerk | Denise Wetzel | |
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LADYSMITH
Ladysmith is a City in Rusk county with -4 000 inhabitants.
BRUCE
Bruce is a Village in Rusk county with -1 000 inhabitants.
WEYERHAEUSER
Weyerhaeuser is a Village in Rusk county with -500 inhabitants.
HAWKINS
Hawkins is a Village in Rusk county with -500 inhabitants.
SHELDON
Sheldon is a Village in Rusk county with -500 inhabitants.
TONY
Tony is a Village in Rusk county with -500 inhabitants.
CONRATH
Conrath is a Village in Rusk county with -100 inhabitants.
GLEN FLORA
Glen Flora is a Village in Rusk county with -100 inhabitants.
INGRAM
Ingram is a Village in Rusk county with -100 inhabitants.