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The current estimated population of Abrams is 1,900, with a gender distribution of 50% male and 50% female. The population has shown steady growth in recent years due to the town’s appeal as a rural yet accessible community, with many residents commuting to nearby Green Bay for work.

City Facts

  • Founded: 1855
  • County: Oconto County
  • Land Area: 37.3 square miles
  • Population Density: 51 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 920
  • Zip Code: 54101

Geography and Location

Abrams is located in northeastern Wisconsin, about 20 miles north of Green Bay. It is a small, rural community surrounded by farmland and forests, offering a peaceful, country lifestyle. The town is part of Oconto County, which lies in a region known for its outdoor recreation, including hunting, fishing, and hiking. Abrams is conveniently located along U.S. Highway 41, providing easy access to the Green Bay metropolitan area for work and shopping while maintaining its rural character. The landscape is dotted with small lakes and rivers, contributing to the area’s natural beauty. The town’s mix of rural charm and proximity to larger cities makes it an attractive option for families and retirees seeking tranquility without sacrificing modern conveniences.

Demographics

Median resident age: 37.2 years
Median household income: $51,250
Median house value: $114,800

Population by Race

Races in Abrams:

  • White Non-Hispanic (98.2%)
  • American Indian (1.3%)
  • Two or more races (0.6%)

Ancestries: German (48.9%), Polish (17.4%), Irish (10.6%), French (8.8%), Dutch (5.2%), French Canadian (5.1%).

Elevation: 670 feet

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Abrams

  • High school or higher: 88.2%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 12.4%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 2.8%
  • Unemployed: 3.1%
  • Mean travel time to work: 33.3 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Abrams town

  • Never married: 21.6%
  • Now married: 64.7%
  • Separated: 0.6%
  • Widowed: 5.4%
  • Divorced: 7.8%

0.5% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +398 (+29.3%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Abrams:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Abrams:

  • AUSTIN STRAUBEL INTERNATIONAL (about 21 miles; GREEN BAY, WI; Abbreviation: GRB)
  • MENOMINEE-MARINETTE TWIN COUNTY (about 38 miles; MENOMINEE, MI; Abbreviation: MNM)
  • OUTAGAMIE COUNTY REGIONAL (about 49 miles; APPLETON, WI; Abbreviation: ATW)

Other public-use airports nearest to Abrams:

  • J. DOUGLAS BAKE MEML. (about 13 miles; OCONTO, WI; Abbreviation: OCQ)
  • CARTER (about 14 miles; PULASKI, WI; Abbreviation: 92C)
  • JOHN ANTONNEAU MEMORIAL (about 15 miles; GREEN BAY, WI; Abbreviation: 8W1)

Amtrak station near Abrams:

  • 19 miles: GREEN BAY (800 CEDAR ST.) – Bus Station. Services: enclosed waiting area.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Abrams:

  • NORTHEAST WISCONSIN TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 23 miles; GREEN BAY, WI; Full-time enrollment: 4,198)
  • UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-GREEN BAY (about 23 miles; GREEN BAY, WI; Full-time enrollment: 4,794)
  • SAINT NORBERT COLLEGE (about 25 miles; DE PERE, WI; Full-time enrollment: 2,031)
  • FOX VALLEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE AT APPLETON (about 40 miles; APPLETON, WI; Full-time enrollment: 3,364)
  • UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-OSHKOSH (about 61 miles; OSHKOSH, WI; Full-time enrollment: 9,057)
  • MORAINE PARK TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 79 miles; FOND DU LAC, WI; Full-time enrollment: 3,037)
  • LAKELAND COLLEGE (about 80 miles; SHEBOYGAN, WI; Full-time enrollment: 2,103)

Public primary/middle school in Abrams:

  • ABRAMS EL (Students: 355; Location: 3000 ELM ST; Grades: PK – 05)

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