Rhinelander
City in Oneida County, Wisconsin

Rhinelander is a city in Oneida County, Wisconsin, with 8,285 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,549 ft (472 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Lake Tomahawk, 14.1 miles NW.
- 8,285residents (2020 Census)
- 1,549 ftelevation · 472 m
- 9.2 sq miland area · 23.7 km²
- 905 / sq mipopulation density
- 54501ZIP code
About Rhinelander
Rhinelander is a city in Oneida County, Wisconsin, United States, and its county seat. The population was 8,285 at the 2020 census.
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Living in Rhinelander
- Median household income
- $51,421
- Median home value
- $125,700
- Median rent
- $804/mo
- Median age
- 38.2
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Rhinelander had 8,285 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 8,285 |
|---|---|
| Density | 905 per sq mi (349 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Rhinelander at a glance
| State | Wisconsin (WI) |
|---|---|
| County | Oneida County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 8,285 (2020) |
| Land area | 9.15 sq mi (23.7 km²) |
| Water area | 0.26 sq mi (0.67 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,549 ft (472 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.6342° N, 89.4288° W |
| ZIP code | 54501 |
| Official website | ci.rhinelander.wi.gov |
| Census code (GEOID) | 5567200 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Rhinelander
- Lake Tomahawk14.1 mi NW
- Three Lakes17.2 mi NE
- Tomahawk17.4 mi SW
- Elcho17.8 mi SE
- Summit Lake20.5 mi SE
- Post Lake21.6 mi SE
- Minocqua21.7 mi NW
- Eagle River21.7 mi N
- Woodruff22.0 mi NW
- Mole Lake24.2 mi SE
- Sayner25.0 mi N
- Crandon26.2 mi E
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Rhinelander
What county is Rhinelander in?
Rhinelander is in Oneida County, Wisconsin.
What is the population of Rhinelander, WI?
8,285 people lived in Rhinelander at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Rhinelander, WI?
The ZIP code of Rhinelander is 54501.
What is the elevation of Rhinelander?
1,549 feet (472 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Rhinelander?
Lake Tomahawk (14.1 mi), Three Lakes (17.2 mi), Tomahawk (17.4 mi), Elcho (17.8 mi), Summit Lake (20.5 mi).
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