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Prentice, WI

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Population
555
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,542 ft
Median Home Value
$108,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$741/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$50,833
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Prentice

Set along the Jump River in Price County, Prentice is a quiet village with deep Northwoods roots. The community got its start in the late 1800s as a hub for loggers and the railroad, and that easygoing small-town character remains today. Situated near the intersection of Highway 13 and Highway 8, it provides a peaceful home base surrounded by thick pine forests, quiet backroads, and open water.

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For anyone considering a move, Prentice offers a relaxed pace and plenty of room to breathe. Residents enjoy easy access to fishing and paddling along the river, as well as miles of nearby snowmobile and ATV trails connecting across the county. With local schools, close-knit neighbors, and everyday essentials close at hand, it is a comfortable spot for settling into northern Wisconsin life.

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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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