Town of Grant
Located in Rusk County, the Town of Grant reflects the rural character and natural landscape of northern Wisconsin. With open spaces, forests, waterways, and a peaceful rural setting, Grant offers residents a quiet place to live while remaining connected to the communities, services, and opportunities of the broader Rusk County region.
Why Grant?
The Town of Grant offers the rural character, natural surroundings, and open spaces that help define life in Rusk County. Its Northwoods setting provides residents with a peaceful environment while maintaining connections to the larger county community.
Rural Quality of Life
Grant 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 surrounding Northwoods landscape provides opportunities for hunting, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, ATV riding, and other outdoor activities throughout the year.
Open Space
Grant's rural landscape offers open land and natural surroundings while preserving the character of a traditional Rusk County township.
Connected to Rusk County
Grant is part of the broader Rusk County community, connecting residents to nearby municipalities, businesses, services, and recreational opportunities throughout the region.
Room to Grow
Grant'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
692
Total PopulationEstimated resident population.
53.4
Median AgeMedian age of township residents.
±4.7 years20.9
People per Sq. MilePopulation density across approximately 33.2 square miles.
2.3
Persons per HouseholdAverage number of people per household.
±0.5 personsIncome & Economy
$75,536
Median Household IncomeMedian annual household income.
±$8,961$38,341
Per Capita IncomeIncome per resident.
±$3,5907.2%
Poverty RateResidents living below the federal poverty line.
50 residents ±2021.8 min
Mean Travel Time to WorkAverage travel time to work for employed residents.
±4.5 minutesHousing
306
HouseholdsEstimated number of households in the township.
±51 households348
Housing UnitsTotal residential housing units.
±55 units$172,600
Median Home ValueMedian value of owner-occupied housing units.
±$9,7896.2%
Moved Since Previous YearResidents who moved from a different residence during the previous year.
43 residents ±33Education & Community
92%
High School Graduate+Residents age 25 and older with a high school diploma or higher.
±19.9 percentage points20.6%
Bachelor's Degree+Residents age 25 and older with a bachelor's degree or higher.
±4.5 percentage points12%
Veteran PopulationShare of the population with veteran status.
71 veterans ±351.9%
Foreign-Born PopulationShare of residents who were born outside the United States.
13 residents ±11Data 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.