Town of True

Home to Glen Flora. Small-Town Wisconsin.

Located in northeastern Rusk County, the Town of True is home to the Village of Glen Flora, one of the county's earliest incorporated communities. A small population and quiet rural setting give True a close-knit, small-town character rooted in the region's logging-era past.

Why True?

Home to the Village of Glen Flora and shaped by the Jump River, True offers a strong farming and logging heritage alongside a growing local industrial base.

Village of Glen Flora

Originally settled as a sawmill town called Miller's Siding, Glen Flora now serves as the center of a local farming community within True.

Glen Flora Community Celebration

Held every July, this annual event brings the community together for a shared local tradition.

Local Industrial Employer

Glen Flora is home to an active industrial park, including a facility employing more than 100 people, supporting the local economy.

The Jump River

Winding through the region, the Jump River offers fishing and paddling recreation, with a history of use in the area's early logging days.

Railroad Heritage

Opened in 1886, the railroad through Glen Flora shaped the community's early growth and remains part of its historical identity.

Connected to Rusk County

As part of Rusk County, True 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 True 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

189

Total Population

Estimated resident population.

45.5

Median Age

Median age of township residents.

8.1

People per Sq. Mile

Population density across the township's 23.3 square miles.

2.3

Persons per Household

Average number of people per household.

Income & Economy

$63,333

Median Household Income

Median annual household income.

$31,699

Per Capita Income

Income per resident.

3.2%

Poverty Rate

Residents living below the federal poverty line.

28.6 min

Mean Travel Time to Work

Average travel time to work for employed residents.

Housing & Education

104

Housing Units

Total residential housing units.

$164,600

Median Home Value

Median value of owner-occupied housing units.

94.2%

High School Graduate+

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

17.4%

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. Because the Town of True has a relatively small population, some estimates may have substantial margins of error and should be interpreted with appropriate caution.

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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