Rusk County
City in Wisconsin, United States
Overview
Rusk County, located in northwestern Wisconsin, is a scenic area characterized by its forests, rivers, and welcoming small communities. With a population just over 14,000, it offers a blend of rural charm, outdoor recreation, and local hospitality. The region is ideal for anglers, hikers, and those seeking a peaceful getaway in nature.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Wisconsin
Population
14,188
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
45.48°, -91.13°
Key Metrics
Safety Score · estimate
77
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
55
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
92
Monthly Cost · estimate
$1,725
Local Cost
$1,070
Local Income
$2,700
Cashless
76
English
99
Temperature
5.4°C
Summer Avg
19.5°C
Winter Avg
-10.0°C
Record High
38.1°C
Record Low
-42.0°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
892 mm
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
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Data sources
Source-backed data
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Record updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Record updated 2025-12-06.
Estimates and unverified origins
Oyster List climate data - Climate origins are unverified. Available methods include historical APIs and AI estimates; stored rows do not identify the original dataset, reference period, or model for each value. Treat these summaries as estimates until independently verified. Record updated 2026-03-22.
Oyster List city price estimates - Price origins are unverified. Available generation methods include AI estimates; stored records do not identify a survey, observation period, or model for each price. Record updated 2026-01-14.
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores include model-assisted estimates. Stored records do not identify supporting observations for each score. Model-reported confidence: 73/100; this is not a measured accuracy score. Model: derived+gpt-4.1. Record updated 2026-03-26.