Iron River, WI

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Population
826
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Elevation
1,104 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$171,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$696/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$50,536
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Tucked along US Highway 2 in northern Wisconsin, Iron River offers classic Northwoods living about halfway between Superior and Ashland. Thick pine forests, dozens of freshwater lakes, and scenic backroads surround the area, creating a relaxed, quiet setting. The community also serves as the longtime home of the Bayfield County Fair, bringing neighbors and visitors together every August for carnival rides, livestock exhibits, and grandstand events.

For residents, outdoor recreation is a way of life in every season. You will find direct access to premier ATV and snowmobile trails, peaceful boat launches, and plenty of great fishing spots. Local diners, hardware stores, and small businesses handle everyday needs, and larger hubs are an easy drive down the highway. It is an appealing, down-to-earth town for anyone looking for lakeside relaxation, forest scenery, and a close-knit community.

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