Sylvan, Wisconsin
Sylvan: human settlement in Richland County, Wisconsin, United States of America
About
Sylvan is a city located in the county of Richland in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. Its population at the 2010 census was 555 and a population density of 15 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 542 inhabitants.
The city was created 173 years ago in 1852.
Quick Facts about Sylvan
| Population | 542 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Wisconsin (United States) |
| County | Richland County |
| Phone Area Codes | 608 |
| Area | 36.1 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.4225,-90.6282 |
| Altitude | 1,135 feet / 346 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1853 (173 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 00:42:29 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 15 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.4% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 69℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Sylvan is located at 43°25'21"N 90°37'41"W (43.4224800, -90.6281800).
Sylvan map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers. Partly sunny, with a high near 69. West wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Sylvan decreased by 2.4% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 555 | - | census |
| 2011 | 556 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 552 | -0.72% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 551 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 550 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 546 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 546 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 547 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 546 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 541 | -0.92% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 542 | 0.18% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sylvan, WI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 239910 | Southwest Wisconsin Technical College | Fennimore (WI) | 53809-9778 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Sylvan, WI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOH | Tomah | North Superior Ave. and Washington St. | RAIL |
| LSE | La Crosse | St. Andrew and Caledonia Streets | RAIL |
| WDL | Wisconsin Dells | Superior and La Crosse Sts. | RAIL |
| POG | Portage | 400 West Oneida Street | RAIL |
| WSF | Westfield, WI | 244 North Pioneer Park Road | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Sylvan.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Viola Post Office | Viola (WI) | 54664 |
Other places with the same name (1)
- Sylvan, Minnesota human settlement in Sylvan Township, Minnesota, United States of America with a population of 2,862 people.
Other cities in Richland County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Richland County , WI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Richland Center | 4,949 | City in and county seat of Richland County, Wisconsin |
| Westport | 4,225 | Unincorporated community in Richland County, Wisconsin |
| Excelsior | 1,681 | Civil town in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Rockbridge | 695 | Civil Town in Richland County, Wisconsin |
| Wild Rose | 651 | Unincorporated community in Richland County, Wisconsin |
| Ithaca | 609 | Civil town in Richland County, Wisconsin |
| Orion | 562 | Town in Richland County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Germantown | 246 | Village in Washington County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Boaz | 148 | Village in Richland County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Yuba | 69 | Village in Richland County, Wisconsin |
| Cazenovia | 10 | Village in Richland County, Wisconsin |