Kempster, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kempster, Wisconsin
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 Kempster, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Kempster, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Langlade |
| Town | Neva |
| Elevation | 497 m (1,631 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54424
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| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1567401 |
Kempster is a small place in Langlade County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of the larger area called Neva. Kempster is located about 10 miles (16 km) north of the city of Antigo.
About Kempster
Kempster is a quiet community found in the beautiful state of Wisconsin. It sits within Langlade County. The area is known for its natural surroundings. People in Kempster use the ZIP code 54424. The phone area codes for this region are 715 and 534.
A Look Back: History
Kempster has a simple but interesting history. A post office was opened here in 1882. This office helped people send and receive mail for many years. It stayed open for over a century before closing in 2002. The community was named after a doctor. His name was Dr. Kempster. He was a staff member at a hospital.
