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Chilton, WI

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Population
4,183
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
901 ft
Median Home Value
$161,900
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$964/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$82,923
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in WisconsinPopulation rankingHighest population places in WisconsinNearest larger communityHarrison, Wisconsin13 miles away · 14,492 residents.

About Chilton

Chilton is a city and the county seat of Calumet County, Wisconsin, situated along the South Branch of the Manitowoc River. Founded in 1845 around a sawmill operated by African-American pioneer Moses Stanton, the historic industrial community had a population of 3,720 at the 2020 census and is served by the Chilton Public Schools locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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