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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:Price_County_Courthouse.JPG|thumb|Price_County_Courthouse]] [[file:WIS_102.svg|right|thumb|WIS_102]] [[file:WIS_111.svg|right|thumb|WIS_111]] [[file:USA_Price_County,_Wisconsin_age_pyramid.svg|thumb|USA_Price_County,_Wisconsin_age_pyramid]] [[file:Phillips_Wisconsin.JPG|thumb|Phillips_Wisconsin]] '''Price County, Wisconsin''' is a county located in the state of [[Wisconsin]], [[United States]]. As of the 2020 census, the population was 13,351. The county seat is [[Phillips, Wisconsin|Phillips]]. The county was created in 1879 and named after [[William T. Price]], a Wisconsin state senator and U.S. Representative from [[Black River Falls, Wisconsin|Black River Falls]].<br />
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== Geography ==<br />
Price County covers an area of approximately 1,278 square miles, of which 1,254 square miles is land and 24 square miles is water. The county is characterized by its diverse landscape, which includes forests, lakes, and rivers. The [[Chequamegon National Forest]] partially lies within the county, offering numerous recreational opportunities.<br />
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=== Major Highways ===<br />
* [[U.S. Route 8]]<br />
* [[U.S. Route 51]]<br />
* [[Wisconsin Highway 13]]<br />
* [[Wisconsin Highway 70]]<br />
* [[Wisconsin Highway 86]]<br />
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=== Adjacent Counties ===<br />
* [[Ashland County, Wisconsin|Ashland County]] - north<br />
* [[Iron County, Wisconsin|Iron County]] - northeast<br />
* [[Vilas County, Wisconsin|Vilas County]] - east<br />
* [[Oneida County, Wisconsin|Oneida County]] - southeast<br />
* [[Lincoln County, Wisconsin|Lincoln County]] - south<br />
* [[Taylor County, Wisconsin|Taylor County]] - southwest<br />
* [[Rusk County, Wisconsin|Rusk County]] - west<br />
* [[Sawyer County, Wisconsin|Sawyer County]] - northwest<br />
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== Demographics ==<br />
As of the 2020 census, Price County had a population of 13,351 people. The population density was approximately 10.6 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of Native American, Asian, African American, and other races.<br />
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== Communities ==<br />
=== Cities ===<br />
* [[Park Falls, Wisconsin|Park Falls]]<br />
* [[Phillips, Wisconsin|Phillips]] (county seat)<br />
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=== Towns ===<br />
* [[Catawba, Wisconsin|Catawba]]<br />
* [[Eisenstein, Wisconsin|Eisenstein]]<br />
* [[Elk, Wisconsin|Elk]]<br />
* [[Emery, Wisconsin|Emery]]<br />
* [[Fifield, Wisconsin|Fifield]]<br />
* [[Flambeau, Wisconsin|Flambeau]]<br />
* [[Georgetown, Wisconsin|Georgetown]]<br />
* [[Hackett, Wisconsin|Hackett]]<br />
* [[Harmony, Wisconsin|Harmony]]<br />
* [[Hill, Wisconsin|Hill]]<br />
* [[Kennan, Wisconsin|Kennan]]<br />
* [[Knox, Wisconsin|Knox]]<br />
* [[Lake, Wisconsin|Lake]]<br />
* [[Ogema, Wisconsin|Ogema]]<br />
* [[Prentice, Wisconsin|Prentice]]<br />
* [[Spirit, Wisconsin|Spirit]]<br />
* [[Worcester, Wisconsin|Worcester]]<br />
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=== Villages ===<br />
* [[Catawba, Wisconsin|Catawba]]<br />
* [[Kennan, Wisconsin|Kennan]]<br />
* [[Prentice, Wisconsin|Prentice]]<br />
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=== Unincorporated Communities ===<br />
* [[Brantwood, Wisconsin|Brantwood]]<br />
* [[Fifield, Wisconsin|Fifield]]<br />
* [[Ogema, Wisconsin|Ogema]]<br />
* [[Spirit, Wisconsin|Spirit]]<br />
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== Economy ==<br />
The economy of Price County is diverse, with significant contributions from the forestry, manufacturing, and tourism sectors. The presence of the [[Chequamegon National Forest]] and numerous lakes and rivers makes the county a popular destination for outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, and camping.<br />
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== Education ==<br />
Price County is served by several school districts, including the [[Phillips School District]], [[Park Falls School District]], and [[Prentice School District]]. The county also has access to higher education institutions in nearby counties.<br />
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== Recreation ==<br />
Price County offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, snowmobiling, and ATV riding. The [[Flambeau River State Forest]] and numerous county parks provide ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts.<br />
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== Related Pages ==<br />
* [[Wisconsin]]<br />
* [[Chequamegon National Forest]]<br />
* [[Flambeau River State Forest]]<br />
* [[Phillips, Wisconsin]]<br />
* [[Park Falls, Wisconsin]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
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