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Population
1,123
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
933 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$196,100
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$799/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$67,833
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Rio is a quiet Columbia County village along Highway 16, sitting right between Columbus and Portage. Known locally as "Camper Country USA" thanks to the popular campgrounds surrounding the area, it offers a relaxed, rural pace with plenty of open green space. With a friendly downtown, strong local schools, and an easy commute to Madison, Rio is a great fit for anyone looking for classic small-town Wisconsin living.

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Regional Two-Party Electoral BalanceA+97.9ratingOutskirts FitA+97.0ratingLow Heat ImpactA96.9rating

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