Vilas County, Wisconsin
Vilas County is a county located in the northern part of the U.S. state of Wisconsin. As of the 2020 census, the population was 23,047. Its county seat is Eagle River. The county was created in 1893 and named after William Freeman Vilas, a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin.
Geography
Vilas County is known for its numerous lakes and forests, making it a popular destination for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and hiking. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 1,018 square miles (2,640 km²), of which 857 square miles (2,220 km²) is land and 161 square miles (420 km²) (16%) is water.
Adjacent counties
- Gogebic County, Michigan - north
- Iron County, Wisconsin - east
- Oneida County, Wisconsin - south
- Price County, Wisconsin - southwest
- Forest County, Wisconsin - southeast
Demographics
As of the 2020 census, there were 23,047 people, 10,646 households, and 6,512 families residing in the county. The population density was 26.9 inhabitants per square mile (10.4/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of Native American, African American, Asian, and other races.
Communities
Cities
Towns
- Arbor Vitae
- Boulder Junction
- Cloverland
- Conover
- Lac du Flambeau
- Land O' Lakes
- Lincoln
- Manitowish Waters
- Phelps
- Plum Lake
- Presque Isle
- St. Germain
- Washington
- Winchester
Census-designated places
Unincorporated communities
Economy
The economy of Vilas County is largely driven by tourism, particularly outdoor recreational activities. The county's numerous lakes and forests attract visitors year-round for activities such as fishing, boating, snowmobiling, and hiking. Additionally, the county has a number of resorts, lodges, and campgrounds that cater to tourists.
Education
Vilas County is served by several school districts, including the Northland Pines School District and the Lac du Flambeau School District. Higher education opportunities are available at nearby institutions such as Nicolet Area Technical College.
Transportation
Major highways in Vilas County include U.S. Highway 45, Wisconsin Highway 70, and Wisconsin Highway 155. The county is also served by the Eagle River Union Airport.
See also
- List of counties in Wisconsin
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Vilas County, Wisconsin
References
External links
| Municipalities and communities of Vilas County, Wisconsin, United States | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Transform your life with W8MD's budget GLP-1 injections from $125.
W8MD offers a medical weight loss program to lose weight in Philadelphia. Our physician-supervised medical weight loss provides:
- Most insurances accepted or discounted self-pay rates. We will obtain insurance prior authorizations if needed.
- Generic GLP1 weight loss injections from $125 for the starting dose.
- Also offer prescription weight loss medications including Phentermine, Qsymia, Diethylpropion, Contrave etc.
NYC weight loss doctor appointments
Start your NYC weight loss journey today at our NYC medical weight loss and Philadelphia medical weight loss clinics.
- Call 718-946-5500 to lose weight in NYC or for medical weight loss in Philadelphia 215-676-2334.
- Tags:NYC medical weight loss, Philadelphia lose weight Zepbound NYC, Budget GLP1 weight loss injections, Wegovy Philadelphia, Wegovy NYC, Philadelphia medical weight loss, Brookly weight loss and Wegovy NYC
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
