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Moving to Antigo, Wisconsin

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The current estimated population of Antigo, Wisconsin, is 7,716, with approximately 49% male and 51% female. The population has seen a slow decline in recent years, reflecting broader rural depopulation trends in the region.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1879
  • County Affiliated: Langlade County
  • Land Area: 6.5 square miles
  • Population Density: 1,187 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 715, 534
  • Zip Codes: 54409

Geography and Location

Antigo, Wisconsin, is located in north-central Wisconsin, within Langlade County, and serves as the county seat. The town lies at the base of the glacially formed Langlade Moraine, which gives the region its rich agricultural soil and gently rolling terrain. Antigo experiences a humid continental climate, with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. The town is surrounded by forests, lakes, and rivers, making it an ideal location for outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, hiking, and snowmobiling. The surrounding region is part of the Wisconsin Northwoods, known for its natural beauty and access to recreational activities. Antigo is well-connected via U.S. Route 45 and State Highway 64, providing easy access to nearby cities such as Wausau and Green Bay. Agriculture, particularly potato farming, has historically been a key part of the local economy, though tourism and light manufacturing have become more prominent in recent years. Antigo’s combination of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and small-town charm make it a desirable place for residents and visitors alike.

Demographics

Median resident age: 38.9 years
Median household income: $29,548
Median house value: $56,700

Population by Race

Races in Antigo:

  • White Non-Hispanic (96.4%)
  • American Indian (1.6%)
  • Hispanic (1.2%)
  • Two or more races (0.9%)

Ancestries: German (45.0%), Polish (11.0%), Irish (10.9%), English (6.3%), Czech (5.2%), French (5.0%).

Elevation: 1500 feet

Land area: 6.4 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Antigo

  • High school or higher: 83.3%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 14.4%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 6.0%
  • Unemployed: 5.7%
  • Mean travel time to work: 14.9 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Antigo city

  • Never married: 20.6%
  • Now married: 56.0%
  • Separated: 1.6%
  • Widowed: 10.2%
  • Divorced: 11.6%

0.9% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +228 (+2.7%).

Hospitals

Hospital/medical center in Antigo:

  • LANGLADE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 117 (112 EAST FIFTH AVENUE)

Other hospitals/medical centers near Antigo:

  • NORTH CENTRAL HEALTH CARE FACIL 206 (about 33 miles; WAUSAU, WI)
  • WAUSAU HOSPITAL (about 38 miles; WAUSAU, WI)
  • GOOD SAMARITAN HEALTH CTR OF MERRILL (about 39 miles; MERRILL, WI)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Antigo:

  • RHINELANDER-ONEIDA COUNTY (about 40 miles; RHINELANDER, WI; Abbreviation: RHI)
  • CENTRAL WISCONSIN (about 44 miles; MOSINEE, WI; Abbreviation: CWA)
  • OUTAGAMIE COUNTY REGIONAL (about 76 miles; APPLETON, WI; Abbreviation: ATW)

Other public-use airports nearest to Antigo:

  • LANGLADE COUNTY (about 4 miles; ANTIGO, WI; Abbreviation: AIG)
  • CRANDON MUNI (about 29 miles; CRANDON, WI; Abbreviation: Y55)
  • WAUSAU DOWNTOWN (about 36 miles; WAUSAU, WI; Abbreviation: AUW)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Antigo:

  • NORTHCENTRAL TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 38 miles; WAUSAU, WI; Full-time enrollment: 2,039)
  • UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-STEVENS POINT (about 51 miles; STEVENS POINT, WI; Full-time enrollment: 8,083)
  • FOX VALLEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE AT APPLETON (about 77 miles; APPLETON, WI; Full-time enrollment: 3,364)
  • UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-OSHKOSH (about 87 miles; OSHKOSH, WI; Full-time enrollment: 9,057)
  • SAINT NORBERT COLLEGE (about 90 miles; DE PERE, WI; Full-time enrollment: 2,031)
  • NORTHEAST WISCONSIN TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 93 miles; GREEN BAY, WI; Full-time enrollment: 4,198)
  • UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-GREEN BAY (about 97 miles; GREEN BAY, WI; Full-time enrollment: 4,794)

Schools

Public high school in Antigo:

  • ANTIGO HI (Students: 1,107; Location: 1900 10TH AVE; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle schools in Antigo:

  • ANTIGO MID (Students: 582; Location: 815 7TH AVE; Grades: 06 – 08)
  • WEST EL (Students: 196; Location: 1232 7TH AVE; Grades: KG – 05)
  • NORTH EL (Students: 196; Location: 506 GRAHAM AVE; Grades: PK – 05)
  • EAST EL (Students: 174; Location: 220 7TH AVE; Grades: PK – 05)
  • SPRING VALLEY EL (Students: 168; Location: N4754 COUNTY ROAD BB; Grades: KG – 06)
  • CRESTWOOD EL (Students: 142; Location: W8464 CTH AA; Grades: KG – 06)
  • PLEASANT VIEW EL (Students: 100; Location: W11141 COUNTY ROAD HH; Grades: KG – 05)

Private primary/middle schools in Antigo:

  • ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL (Students: 310; Location: 723 DELEGLISE STREET; Grades: PK – 8)
  • PEACE LUTHERAN SCHOOL (Students: 179; Location: 300 LINCOLN STREET; Grades: PK – 8)

Libraries

Library in Antigo:

  • ANTIGO PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $599,851; Location: 617 CLERMONT ST.; 54,286 books; 2,508 audio materials; 3,107 video materials; 180 serial subscriptions)

 

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