Marshfield is a city in Marathon and wood Counties. It is the largest city in Wood County, but it straddles the border between Wood and Marathon County. The small portion of the city that extends into Marathon County is part of the Wausau Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Ranked as the number one small city in which to live in Wisconsin and third best in the Midwest, Marshfield is proud of its city! Marshfield boasts an excellent business climate and a safe, attractive community. The progressive and professional atmosphere of Marshfield has stimulated the continued growth of top quality dining, shopping and cultural opportunities, not usually found in a community this size!
Marshfield is a dairy community, surrounded by dairy farms. However, the city has many diversified industries, offering many opportunities for employment of all kinds. Marshfield is a great and raise a family.
Located in the heart of Wisconsin, Marshfield features outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, abundant parks, numerous attractions, quality cultural events and world-class healthcare. Not only are the Marshfield schools consistently ranked in the top nationally, the University of Wisconsin has a two-year campus in Marshfield. The world-class Marshfield Clinic/St. Joseph's Hospital facility brings top health care to the area. Residents and visitors can enjoy community theatre, local symphony, visual arts gallery, and many other productions, concerts and lectures that are held throughout the year. The relaxed, hometown atmosphere has earned Marshfield the distinction of a "Main Street City."
In Marshfield you'll find plenty of recreational opportunities for the entire family. Numerous state and county parks near Marshfield offer excellent hiking and camping, while a network of paved roads with rolling hills are ideal for biking. Golfers will delight in two beautiful 18-hole courses located in rural wooded settings along a river. There are numerous hunting opportunities, on public lands and at a private game farm, and deer hunting is especially popular in the area. Several parks feature outdoor swimming pools and tennis courts, and there is also indoor swimming and tennis open to the public. In winter groomed trails for the novice cross country skier are available at Wildwood Park and RiverEdge, with more advanced trails available at the nearby school forest ski trail. Throughout the county, there are miles of snowmobile trails, many of them in picturesque wooded areas.
Marshfield features great shopping. Whether you're looking for antiques, downtown shopping in charming shops or browsing a bustling mall with over 30 specialty stores, Marshfield shopping will please the most particular shopper! A variety of dining experiences also awaits residents and travelers, from fine dining to family restaurants and sports bars and grills and much more. There are also many types of accommodations available, including many different amenities such indoor pools, long stay rates, fitness rooms, and shuttle service.
Area small towns include Spencer, Stratford, Auburndale, Chili Loyal and Granton.
With outstanding schools, safe neighborhoods, recreational and cultural attractions,
and world-class healthcare facilities,
it's easy to see why
Marshfield
is a great place to live and visit!
Housing Cost
Estimated median house or condo value in 2007: $115,322
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 18,848. Marshfield covers 12.7 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 1,280 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 54404, 54449, 54472 - Area code: 715
Weather
Marshfield, WI climate is mild during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 60's and extremely cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 10's.
The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 81.10 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 2.10 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 23 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 20 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Marshfield is 33.06 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is August with an average rainfall of 4.31 Inches.
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