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Rib Lake, WI

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Population
912
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,569 ft
Median Home Value
$99,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$732/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$57,632
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Rib Lake

Located in northern Taylor County, Rib Lake is a quiet village of about 900 people where daily life naturally centers around the water. The lake sits right in the middle of town, giving residents easy access to boat launches, fishing spots, and peaceful waterfront parks. It has the friendly feel of a classic small town, surrounded by wide-open countryside while keeping the nearby hub of Medford within a short drive for groceries, dining, and healthcare.

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While the community began as a busy logging and sawmill hub in the late 1800s, today it is a peaceful spot for outdoor lovers. Thick forests border the village, opening up miles of hunting land, groomed snowmobile routes, and scenic hiking along the Ice Age Trail. For anyone looking for clean air, quiet neighbors, and year-round recreation right out the back door, Rib Lake is an easy place to settle down.

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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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