Vilas, WI County is a small county located in the north of Wisconsin. It has a population of 22,813 and a population density of 26 people per square mile, which is lower than the US population density of 93 people per square mile. The county is known for its wide range of local businesses, year-round outdoor activities, organizations and sporting events. Local businesses include the Trig's grocery store chain, Crystal Lake Golf Course & Supper Club, Alpenglow Ski Shop, Big Bear Sports Center and several other eateries. There are also plenty of year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, biking trails, fishing spots and snowmobiling opportunities. Additionally the county hosts a variety of organizations such as Vilas Area Historical Society and Vilas County Historical Museum that present visitors with an understanding of its rich history and culture. Lastly numerous sports teams including professional baseball team Northwoods League's Wisconsin Rapids Rafters have their base here offering sporting entertainment to locals throughout the year.
The population in Vilas County is 22,813. There are 27 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Vilas County is 55, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Vilas County is 2.0, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Vilas County
- 58.2% are married
- 12.0% are divorced
- 17.5% are married with children
- 12.2% have children, but are single
Race in Vilas County
- 85.0% are White
- 0.1% are Black
- 0.6% are Asian
- 8.9% are Native American
- 0.3% claim Other
- 2.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.9% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander