Barron, Wisconsin
Barron: city in and county seat of Barron County, Wisconsin, United States
About
Barron is a city located in the county of Barron in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. Its population at the 2010 census was 873 and a population density of 114 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 829 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Barron
| Population | 829 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Wisconsin (United States) |
| County | Barron County |
| Postal code | 54812 |
| Area | 7.67 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 45.4014,-91.8491 |
| Altitude | 1,109 feet / 338 meters |
| Capital city | Barron is capital of Barron County |
| Time Zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time | 17:20:01 (5th May 2026) |
| Density | 108 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.31% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 52℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Barron is located at 45°24'5"N 91°50'57"W (45.4013500, -91.8490600).
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 52. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Barron decreased by 5.31% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 873 | - | census |
| 2011 | 842 | -3.68% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 841 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 839 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 837 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 837 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 833 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 832 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 831 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 830 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 829 | -0.12% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Barron
1Barron City Hall
1456 E La Salle Ave, Barron, WI 54812 View details
Phone: +17155375631 | Website available
2US Agricultural Department
330 E La Salle Ave, Barron, WI 54812, United States View details
Phone: +17155371048
People born in Barron (5)
People born in Barron, including U.S. newspaper editor, essayist, short story writer, and poet Ben Hur Lampman, United States general Charles C. McDonald, World War II flying ace, Medal of Honor recipient and lawyer Norman C. Skogstad, .
More notable people
- Gilbert Wintrone (US Army soldier) he was born in 10/02/1888
- Chris Kroeze (American singer) he was born in 28/01/1991
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Barron, WI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240198 | Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College | Shell Lake (WI) | 54871-8727 |
Nearby Transit Stations (7)
Rail and bus stations connected to Barron, WI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MNM | Menomonie, WI | 302 10th Avenue East | BUS |
| EUM | Eau Claire, WI | 6251 Traux Lane | BUS |
| CHP | Chippewa Falls, WI | 2750 120th Street | BUS |
| EUC | Eau Claire, WI | 642 University Drive | BUS |
| SNY | Stanley, WI | 604 South Broadway Street | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Barron.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Barron Post Office | Barron (WI) | 54812 |
Other cities in Barron County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Barron County , WI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Rice Lake | 3,078 | City in Barron County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Chetek | 1,618 | City in Barron County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Cumberland | 864 | Civil town in Barron County, Wisconsin |
| Almena | 862 | Civil town in Barron County, Wisconsin |
| Sumner | 855 | Civil town in Barron County, Wisconsin |
| Arland | 755 | Civil town in Barron County, Wisconsin |
| Prairie Farm | 570 | Civil town in Barron County, Wisconsin |
| Dallas | 563 | Civil town in Barron County, Wisconsin |
| Cameron | 477 | Human settlement in Barron County, Wisconsin, United States of America |
| Barronett | 441 | Township in Washburn County, Wisconsin |
| Canton | 297 | Town in Buffalo County, Wisconsin, USA |
| Haugen | 270 | Village in Barron County, Wisconsin |
| Turtle Lake | 91 | Human settlement in Barron County, Wisconsin, United States of America |