Town of Hawkins

Logging Heritage. Trout Streams. Northwoods Recreation.

Located in eastern Rusk County and home to the Village of Hawkins, the Town of Hawkins carries a rich logging heritage and a legacy of quality manufacturing. Its forests, trout streams, and nearby Flambeau River State Forest offer year-round recreation, from fishing and camping to snowmobiling and ATV trails, all within a close-knit rural community.

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Why Hawkins?

Home to the Village of Hawkins and bordering the Flambeau River State Forest, the Town of Hawkins offers a rich logging heritage, manufacturing history, and year-round outdoor recreation in eastern Rusk County.

Manufacturing Heritage

Hawkins has long been home to a major window and door manufacturer, one of the largest industrial employers in Rusk County, reflecting the area's strong manufacturing roots.

Flambeau River State Forest

Serving as an entrance to the Flambeau River State Forest, Hawkins connects residents and visitors to over 75 miles of river, hiking and biking trails, and ATV and ski trails.

Trout Fishing

The South Fork of Main Creek runs through the area, offering some of the best trout fishing in Rusk County.

Snowmobile Trail Hub

Maintained by the local Sno-Hawks club, Hawkins serves as a hub connecting Rusk County's trail system to Price and Taylor County trails.

Hawkins Harvest Festival

The annual Harvest Festival held over Labor Day Weekend brings the community together at Hawkins Park, which also offers camping, water, and electrical hook-ups.

Connected to Rusk County

As part of Rusk County, Hawkins is linked to the county's broader network of communities, services, and recreational assets.

Community Profile

The following demographic information provides a snapshot of the Town of Hawkins using the 2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. These statistics provide insight into the township's population, households, housing, income, and educational characteristics.

Population

104

Total Population

Estimated resident population.

53.8

Median Age

Median age of township residents.

2.3

People per Sq. Mile

Population density across the township's 45.6 square miles.

2.0

Persons per Household

Average number of people per household.

Income & Economy

$59,583

Median Household Income

Median annual household income.

$37,102

Per Capita Income

Income per resident.

13.5%

Poverty Rate

Residents living below the federal poverty line.

21.0 min

Mean Travel Time to Work

Average travel time to work for employed residents.

Housing & Education

146

Housing Units

Total residential housing units.

$147,500

Median Home Value

Median value of owner-occupied housing units.

94.7%

High School Graduate+

Residents age 25 and older with a high school diploma or higher.

14.7%

Bachelor's Degree+

Residents age 25 and older with a bachelor's degree or higher.

Data 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. This is especially important for smaller communities such as the Town of Hawkins, where some estimates have relatively large margins of error.

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.

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