Town of Flambeau
Located in Rusk County, the Town of Flambeau reflects the natural beauty and rural character of northern Wisconsin. With forests, waterways, open spaces, and a peaceful Northwoods setting, Flambeau offers a strong quality of life while remaining connected to the communities and opportunities throughout the Rusk County region.
Why Flambeau?
The Town of Flambeau offers the rural landscape, natural resources, and outdoor opportunities that define much of Rusk County. Its Northwoods setting provides residents with space to enjoy a quieter way of life while remaining part of the broader county community.
Rural Quality of Life
Flambeau provides a peaceful rural environment with open space, natural surroundings, and the slower pace of life associated with northern Wisconsin.
Natural Resources
Forests, waterways, and other natural resources contribute to the township's character and provide important assets for residents and the surrounding community.
Outdoor Recreation
The Northwoods landscape provides opportunities for hunting, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, ATV riding, and other outdoor activities throughout the year.
Open Space
Flambeau's rural landscape offers open land and natural surroundings while preserving the character of a traditional Rusk County township.
Connected to Rusk County
As part of Rusk County, Flambeau is connected to nearby municipalities, businesses, services, and recreational opportunities throughout the region.
Room to Grow
Flambeau's rural setting provides opportunities for thoughtful future development while maintaining the natural landscape and community character that make the township distinctive.
Community Profile
Population
1,136
Total PopulationEstimated resident population.
43.2
Median AgeMedian age of township residents.
±5.2 years32.9
People per Sq. MilePopulation density across approximately 34.5 square miles.
2.5
Persons per HouseholdAverage number of people per household.
±0.1 personsIncome & Economy
$83,393
Median Household IncomeMedian annual household income.
±$22,615$37,204
Per Capita IncomeIncome per resident.
±$4,61715.4%
Poverty RateResidents living below the federal poverty line.
171 residents ±7925.5 min
Mean Travel Time to WorkAverage travel time to work for employed residents.
±10.7 minutesHousing
452
HouseholdsEstimated number of households in the township.
±73 households514
Housing UnitsTotal residential housing units.
±72 units$166,100
Median Home ValueMedian value of owner-occupied housing units.
±$18,2709.9%
Moved Within the Past YearResidents who moved from a different residence during the previous year.
111 residents ±71Education & Community
94.1%
High School Graduate+Residents age 25 and older with a high school diploma or higher.
±20.6 percentage points21.7%
Bachelor's Degree+Residents age 25 and older with a bachelor's degree or higher.
±7.3 percentage points7.0%
Veteran PopulationShare of the population with veteran status.
61 veterans ±210.4%
Foreign-Born PopulationShare of residents who were born outside the United States.
5 residents ±5Data Source & Disclaimer
Community profile statistics are based on the 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates provided by the U.S. Census Bureau and accessed through Census Reporter .
Census estimates are subject to sampling variability and may differ from other population or demographic data sources. Margins of error are provided where available, particularly for estimates with greater statistical uncertainty.
Information presented on this page is provided for general informational and economic development purposes and should not be considered an official statement of township statistics.