Rib Mountain (CDP), Wisconsin facts for kids
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Rib Mountain
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Location of Rib Mountain, Wisconsin
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Marathon |
| Named for | Rib Mountain |
| Area | |
| • Total | 13.1 sq mi (33.8 km2) |
| • Land | 12.1 sq mi (31.4 km2) |
| • Water | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,061 |
| • Density | 464.4/sq mi (179.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
Rib Mountain is a special kind of community called a census-designated place (CDP). It is located in the town of Rib Mountain in Marathon County, Wisconsin, United States. In 2020, about 6,061 people lived there.
This community gets its name from the nearby Rib Mountain, a large hill or small mountain.
Exploring Rib Mountain's Location
Rib Mountain is found in the state of Wisconsin. Its exact spot on a map is 44°55′43″N 89°39′57″W / 44.92861°N 89.66583°W.
The area of Rib Mountain is about 33.8 square kilometers (13.1 square miles). Most of this area is land, around 31.4 square kilometers (12.1 square miles). The rest, about 2.4 square kilometers (0.9 square miles), is water.
People and Population in Rib Mountain
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2010 | 5,651 | — | |
| 2020 | 6,061 | 7.3% | |
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The number of people living in Rib Mountain has grown over time. In 2010, there were 5,651 residents. By 2020, the population had increased to 6,061.
Back in 2000, there were 6,059 people living in Rib Mountain. They lived in 2,211 households, which are like homes or family units. Most of these households, about 74%, were married couples living together.
The community is quite diverse. Most residents are White, but there are also people of Asian, African American, and Native American backgrounds. Some residents are also of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
The population includes people of all ages. About 26.5% of the people were under 18 years old. Around 11% were 65 years or older. The average age of people living in Rib Mountain was about 39 years old.
