Amherst, Wisconsin
Amherst: town in Portage County, Wisconsin, United States
About
Amherst is a town located in the county of Portage in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,325. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,361 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Amherst
| Population | 1,361 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Wisconsin (United States) |
| County | Portage County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.4508,-89.2848 |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 19:43:14 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 54406 |
| Population growth | 2.65% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 70℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Amherst is located at 44°27'3"N 89°17'5"W (44.4508100, -89.2848400).
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Demographics
The population of Amherst increased by 2.65% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,325 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,328 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,331 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,334 | 0.22% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,341 | 0.52% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,342 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,342 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,346 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,355 | 0.66% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,361 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,361 | 0% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Amherst, WI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240480 | University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point | Stevens Point (WI) | 54481-3897 |
Nearby Transit Stations (20)
Rail and bus stations connected to Amherst, WI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WAU | Waupaca, Wisconsin | 1222 West Fulton St. | BUS |
| SVU | Stevens Point, WI | 2050 4th Avenue | BUS |
| SVP | Stevens Point, Wisconsin | 200 Division St. | BUS |
| WIT | Wittenberg, WI | 505 Grand Avenue | BUS |
| WIR | Wisconsin Rapids, WI | 2611 West Grand Avenue | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Amherst.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Amher Post Office | Amherst (WI) | 54406 |
Other places with the same name (9)
- Amherst, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 120,809 people.
- Amherst, Massachusetts town in Massachusetts with a population of 40,643 people.
- Amherst, Ohio city in Ohio, United States with a population of 12,387 people.
- Amherst, New Hampshire town in Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, United States with a population of 11,418 people.
- Amherst, Virginia town in Virginia, USA with a population of 2,182 people.
- Amherst, Texas city in Texas, United States with a population of 652 people.
- Amherst, Minnesota township in Fillmore County, Minnesota with a population of 401 people.
- Amherst, Maine town in Maine, United States with a population of 256 people.
- Amherst, Nebraska village in Nebraska, United States with a population of 254 people.
Other cities in Portage County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Portage County , WI. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Stevens Point | 25,949 | City in Portage County, Wisconsin |
| Stockton | 3,007 | Civil town in Portage County, Wisconsin |
| Whiting | 1,704 | Village in Portage County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Plover | 1,667 | Village in Portage County, Wisconsin |
| Garfield | 1,645 | A city in Portage County, Wisconsin |
| Alban | 908 | Civil town in Portage County, Wisconsin |
| New Hope | 735 | Civil town in Portage County, Wisconsin |
| Almond | 699 | Civil town in Portage County, Wisconsin |
| Jordan | 654 | Town in Green County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Park Ridge | 496 | Village in Portage County, Wisconsin |
| Rosholt | 481 | Village in Portage County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Junction City | 439 | Village in Portage County Wisconsin |
| Amherst Junction | 392 | Village in Portage County, Wisconsin |
| Peru | 251 | Town in Wisconsin, United States |
| Blaine | 190 | U. |
| Nelsonville | 151 | Village in Portage County, Wisconsin |
Distance to Other Cities
Amherst distances to largest Wisconsin cities