Rush River, WI is a small town in the heart of Wisconsin located between Eau Claire and Hudson with a population of 577. It has a population density of 29 people per square mile, making it one of the less densely populated areas in the United States. Residents of Rush River enjoy a peaceful and calm setting along with close proximity to larger cities and towns for entertainment options. Local businesses include Sue's Corner Grocery, Ace Hardware Store, Richman's Pizza Parlor, and one of Wisconsin's oldest taverns - The Spittin' Image.
Rush River is known for its year round outdoor activities such as fishing on Rush Lake or hiking through nearby forests. The area also provides ample hunting opportunities for deer, turkey, grouse, bear, ducks and geese during season. In addition to outdoor activities there are multiple organizations around Rush River like the Lions Club or the local 4H chapter which are always looking for volunteers to help out with their various projects. Lastly, sporting events are plentiful in Rush River including youth soccer tournaments, baseball games at Woodford Park, or supporting the local high school football team at big Friday night games.
The population in Rush River is 577. There are 33 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Rush River is 50.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Rush River is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Rush River
- 69.5% are married
- 10.8% are divorced
- 27.0% are married with children
- 10.8% have children, but are single
Race in Rush River
- 91.5% are White
- 0.5% are Black
- 0.5% are Asian
- 0.5% are Native American
- 0.7% claim Other
- 4.9% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.3% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander