Town of Marshall

Glacial Soil. The Jump River. Small-Town Wisconsin.

Located in southern Rusk County and home to the Village of Sheldon, the Town of Marshall traces its roots to an 1852 land survey and a logging era shaped by the Jump River, which cuts across the township's southern end. Glacial soils and a rich local history give Marshall a distinct rural character within the broader Rusk County landscape.

Why Marshall?

Home to the Village of Sheldon and shaped by the Jump River, Marshall offers a mix of small-town community life, water recreation, and a rich local history rooted in early logging and settlement.

The Jump River

Cutting across the southern end of the township, the Jump River offers paddling, fishing, and scenic recreation for residents and visitors.

Haley Park & Canoe Race

Haley Park in Sheldon hosts a sandy swimming beach, picnic areas, and the finish line for an annual community canoe race down the Jump River.

Fishing on the Jump

The clean, clear waters of the Jump River are home to smallmouth bass, muskies, northern pike, walleye, and catfish.

Snowmobile Trail Access

The Sheldon Rough Rider Snowmobile Club maintains a 35-mile trail system connecting the Village of Tony to Chippewa County.

Small-Town Community Life

Sheldon's fairgrounds, ball diamonds, and restored Soo Line depot reflect a close-knit community with a full calendar of year-round events.

Rich Local History

From an 1852 land survey to the arrival of the Wisconsin Central Railroad, Marshall's history of logging and settlement shapes its character today.

Community Profile

The following demographic information provides a snapshot of the Town of Marshall 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

586

Total Population

Estimated resident population.

30.7

Median Age

Median age of township residents.

16.4

People per Sq. Mile

Population density across the township's 35.7 square miles.

2.8

Persons per Household

Average number of people per household.

Income & Economy

$65,125

Median Household Income

Median annual household income.

$27,777

Per Capita Income

Income per resident.

15.9%

Poverty Rate

Residents living below the federal poverty line.

32.8 min

Mean Travel Time to Work

Average travel time to work for employed residents.

Housing & Education

215

Housing Units

Total residential housing units.

$140,000

Median Home Value

Median value of owner-occupied housing units.

78.8%

High School Graduate+

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

5.5%

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 Marshall 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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