Conveniently located in the center of the state, the Stevens Point area has something for everyone! It's the county seat of Portage County.
Nestled among an abundance of green space and waterways, enjoy our cross country ski trails, numerous hiking and biking trails or a game of golf. Visit quaint shops in our downtown historic district, explore museums and art galleries and take in a special event and tour. Dine at one of many superb restaurants and spend a comfortable night in luxury.
For the outdoor enthusiast there is plenty to do! Green Circle Trail is a 26-mile trail linking scenic natural areas that follows along the Wisconsin and Plover Rivers accommodates recreationalists of all types in all seasons. The Tomorrow River State Trail is a 14-mile trail between the Village of Plover and Waupaca County. The trail is open to bicyclists, snowmobilers and horseback riders. Standing Rocks County Park is another hiking trail, although this one includes an 18 hole disc golf course, 1 mile cross country/dog exercise trail, downhill skiing and a 26 field target archery course.
Perhaps the most famous one of all is the Wisconsin Scenic Ice Age Trail, a continuous 1,000 mile footpath through diverse landscapes that provide outdoor recreation experiences, preserves geological features, serves as an educational resource, provides habitat for the movement of wildlife, provides health and vigor for users, and links history and cultures within Wisconsin.
Stevens Point is home to a University of Wisconsin campus, a Mid-State Technical College campus, and Saint Michael's Hospital. The Stevens Point Area Public School District includes ten elementary schools, two junior high schools, and one high school. Stevens Point also has a number of parochial and private schools.
Stevens Point is a family friendly city, and one that plans on keeping families happy, no matter the age of the person! Come and see why Stevens Point has become such a melting pot for cultures, right in the heart of the mid-west.
Housing Cost
There are many property options right here in the middle of Wisconsin. If you enjoy the low maintenance of a condo or townhouse, you can purchase a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo with 1,600 square feet for about $90,000. A single family home with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with over 2,200 feet of living space would start around $145,000.Apartments are also available for rent, and one of the apartment communities even offers a Head Start pre-school program for young students.
Demographics
Population in July 2007: 24,849. Stevens Point covers 15.3 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 1,093 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 54481, 54492 - Area code: 715
Weather
Stevens Point, 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 80.00 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 3.20 degrees Fahrenheit.
Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 21 degrees Fahrenheit, and moderate during winter with an average difference of 20 degrees Fahrenheit.
The annual average precipitation at Stevens Point is 32.13 Inches. Rainfall in is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month of the year is July with an average rainfall of 4.12 Inches.
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