Cameron, WI

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Population
1,834
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,097 ft
Median Home Value
$190,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$982/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$61,518
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
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Cameron is a friendly village of around 1,900 people surrounded by the scenic farm fields and lake country of northwest Wisconsin. Situated right at the junction of Highways 8 and 53, it started as an early pioneer crossing before shifting slightly north to meet the railroad in the 1880s. That handy location helped Cameron grow into a quiet, tight-knit community where neighbors know each other and life moves at a relaxed pace.

For newcomers, the village offers a comfortable blend of small-town charm and practical convenience. The local school district serves as a proud anchor for area families, and the Barron County Fairgrounds brings the community together for events throughout the summer. When you need larger stores, medical clinics, or extra dining options, Rice Lake is an easy ten-minute drive north, while the popular lakes around Chetek are just a few miles south.

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