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Elk Mound, WI

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Population
1,084
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
923 ft
Median Home Value
$150,000
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,050/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$66,875
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Elk Mound

Elk Mound is a quiet, friendly village of roughly a thousand people in western Wisconsin's Chippewa Valley. Sitting right along Highway 12 and Interstate 94 between Menomonie and Eau Claire, it offers an easy commute to regional jobs alongside a calm, rural lifestyle. Residents enjoy walkable neighborhood streets, surrounding farmland, and a strong local school district, all while major shopping centers and healthcare facilities remain just a quick drive down the road.

Elk Mound Town Hall

The community takes its name from the high bluff rising over town, home to Mound Hill Park and its stone lookout tower known locally as the Castle. Originally built as a memorial to rural mail carriers, the tower provides panoramic views across the countryside and serves as a favorite local spot for walks and weekend picnics. With its close-knit neighborhood feel and scenic backdrop, Elk Mound is a welcoming choice for anyone looking for small-town living within reach of city conveniences.

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

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