Richland Center, WI

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Population
5,020
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
733 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$158,300
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$683/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$51,932
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Richland Center sits in southwest Wisconsin's rugged Driftless Area, surrounded by the steep, wooded hills and winding valleys that define the region. With about 5,000 residents, it offers the feel of a classic Midwestern small town along the banks of the Pine River. Downtown is anchored by local businesses, historic brick storefronts, and the A. D. German Warehouse, designed by Richland Center native Frank Lloyd Wright. It is a quiet, friendly community where it is easy to settle into a relaxed pace of life.

Daily living is convenient, with local public schools, neighborhood parks, and a community hospital covering healthcare needs. The surrounding countryside gives outdoor enthusiasts quick access to trout fishing, blufftop hiking, and canoeing along the river. Most local jobs center around agriculture, light manufacturing, and county government services. When you want broader shopping options, cultural events, or an airport, Madison is about an hour and a half east, putting big-city conveniences within a comfortable drive.

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