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| county = Forest County<br />
| state = Wisconsin<br />
| founded = 1885<br />
| seat = Crandon<br />
| largest_city = Crandon<br />
| area_total_sq_mi = 1046<br />
| area_land_sq_mi = 1014<br />
| area_water_sq_mi = 32<br />
| area_percentage = 3.1%<br />
| population_as_of = 2020<br />
| population_total = 8990<br />
| population_density_sq_mi = 8.9<br />
| time_zone = Central<br />
| web = www.co.forest.wi.gov<br />
}}<br />
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'''Forest County''' is a county located in the [[U.S. state]] of [[Wisconsin]]. As of the [[2020 United States Census|2020 census]], the population was 8,990. Its [[county seat]] is [[Crandon, Wisconsin|Crandon]]. The county was created in 1885 and named for the dense forests that cover the area.<br />
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== Geography ==<br />
According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the county has a total area of 1,046 square miles (2,710 km²), of which 1,014 square miles (2,630 km²) is land and 32 square miles (83 km²) (3.1%) is water. The county is known for its numerous lakes, rivers, and forests, which are part of the [[Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest]].<br />
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=== Adjacent counties ===<br />
* [[Florence County, Wisconsin|Florence County]] - northeast<br />
* [[Marinette County, Wisconsin|Marinette County]] - east<br />
* [[Oconto County, Wisconsin|Oconto County]] - southeast<br />
* [[Langlade County, Wisconsin|Langlade County]] - south<br />
* [[Oneida County, Wisconsin|Oneida County]] - west<br />
* [[Vilas County, Wisconsin|Vilas County]] - northwest<br />
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== Demographics ==<br />
As of the 2020 census, there were 8,990 people, 3,900 households, and 2,500 families residing in the county. The population density was 8.9 people per square mile (3.4/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], with significant populations of [[Native Americans in the United States|Native Americans]].<br />
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== Communities ==<br />
=== City ===<br />
* [[Crandon, Wisconsin|Crandon]] (county seat)<br />
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=== Towns ===<br />
* [[Alvin, Wisconsin|Alvin]]<br />
* [[Argonne, Wisconsin|Argonne]]<br />
* [[Armstrong Creek, Wisconsin|Armstrong Creek]]<br />
* [[Blackwell, Wisconsin|Blackwell]]<br />
* [[Caswell, Wisconsin|Caswell]]<br />
* [[Crandon (town), Wisconsin|Crandon (town)]]<br />
* [[Freedom, Wisconsin|Freedom]]<br />
* [[Hiles, Wisconsin|Hiles]]<br />
* [[Laona, Wisconsin|Laona]]<br />
* [[Lincoln, Wisconsin|Lincoln]]<br />
* [[Nashville, Wisconsin|Nashville]]<br />
* [[Popple River, Wisconsin|Popple River]]<br />
* [[Ross, Wisconsin|Ross]]<br />
* [[Wabeno, Wisconsin|Wabeno]]<br />
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=== Census-designated places ===<br />
* [[Argonne, Wisconsin|Argonne]]<br />
* [[Laona, Wisconsin|Laona]]<br />
* [[Wabeno, Wisconsin|Wabeno]]<br />
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=== Unincorporated communities ===<br />
* [[Blackwell, Wisconsin|Blackwell]]<br />
* [[Cavour, Wisconsin|Cavour]]<br />
* [[Hiles, Wisconsin|Hiles]]<br />
* [[Newald, Wisconsin|Newald]]<br />
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== Economy ==<br />
The economy of Forest County is largely based on [[forestry]], [[tourism]], and [[recreation]]. The [[Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest]] provides numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as [[hiking]], [[fishing]], and [[camping]]. Additionally, the county has a number of [[lumber]] and [[paper mills]].<br />
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== Education ==<br />
Forest County is served by several school districts, including the [[Crandon School District]] and the [[Wabeno Area School District]]. Higher education opportunities are available at nearby institutions such as [[Nicolet Area Technical College]].<br />
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== Transportation ==<br />
Major highways in Forest County include:<br />
* [[U.S. Route 8]]<br />
* [[U.S. Route 45]]<br />
* [[Wisconsin Highway 32]]<br />
* [[Wisconsin Highway 55]]<br />
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== Related Pages ==<br />
* [[Wisconsin]]<br />
* [[Crandon, Wisconsin]]<br />
* [[Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest]]<br />
* [[List of counties in Wisconsin]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External links ==<br />
* [http://www.co.forest.wi.gov Official website]<br />
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[[Category:Forest County, Wisconsin]]<br />
[[Category:1885 establishments in Wisconsin]]<br />
[[Category:Counties in Wisconsin]]<br />
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