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The current estimated population of Argyle is 850, with a gender distribution of 49% male and 51% female. The population has remained stable, supported by its agricultural base and small-town charm in southwestern Wisconsin.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1844
  • County: Lafayette County
  • Land area: 1.4 square miles
  • Population density: 607 people per square mile
  • Area code: 608
  • Zip code: 53504

Geography and Location

Argyle is located in southwestern Wisconsin, within Lafayette County, about 50 miles southwest of Madison. The town is situated in the Driftless Area, known for its rolling hills, valleys, and agricultural landscapes. Argyle’s local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with dairy farming and crop production being central to the community. The town experiences a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers. Argyle is accessible via Wisconsin Highway 78, which connects it to nearby towns and cities in the region. The community is known for its strong agricultural heritage, family-friendly atmosphere, and access to outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and hunting. Argyle’s rural setting and small-town charm make it an appealing place for those looking for a quiet, community-oriented lifestyle in Wisconsin’s scenic Driftless Area.

Demographics

Median resident age: 39.1 years
Median household income: $36,103
Median house value: $77,400

Population by Race

Races in Argyle:

  • White Non-Hispanic (99.1%)
  • Hispanic (0.7%)

Ancestries: Norwegian (38.8%), German (27.3%), Swiss (24.9%), Irish (17.3%), English (12.0%), French (4.1%).

Elevation: 810 feet

Land area: 0.6 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Argyle

  • High school or higher: 82.1%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 8.7%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 3.0%
  • Unemployed: 2.4%
  • Mean travel time to work: 20.0 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Argyle village

  • Never married: 25.3%
  • Now married: 53.9%
  • Separated: 1.5%
  • Widowed: 10.5%
  • Divorced: 8.7%

0.2% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +27 (+3.4%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Argyle:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Argyle:

  • DANE COUNTY REGIONAL-TRUAX FIELD (about 48 miles; MADISON, WI; Abbreviation: MSN)
  • ROCK CO (about 58 miles; JANESVILLE, WI; Abbreviation: JVL)
  • DUBUQUE REGIONAL (about 62 miles; DUBUQUE, IA; Abbreviation: DBQ)

Other public-use airports nearest to Argyle:

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Argyle:

  • UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN COLLEGES (about 40 miles; MADISON, WI; Full-time enrollment: 8,737)
  • UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON (about 41 miles; MADISON, WI; Full-time enrollment: 37,607)
  • UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-PLATTEVILLE (about 43 miles; PLATTEVILLE, WI; Full-time enrollment: 5,045)
  • MADISON AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 46 miles; MADISON, WI; Full-time enrollment: 7,914)
  • ROCK VALLEY COLLEGE (about 66 miles; ROCKFORD, IL; Full-time enrollment: 4,200)
  • UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-WHITEWATER (about 79 miles; WHITEWATER, WI; Full-time enrollment: 9,493)
  • KISHWAUKEE COLLEGE (about 87 miles; MALTA, IL; Full-time enrollment: 2,289)

Public primary/middle schools in Argyle:

  • ARGYLE HI (Students: 174; Location: 14665 STATE ROAD 78; Grades: 06 – 12)
  • ARGYLE EL (Students: 166; Location: 14665 STATE ROAD 78; Grades: PK – 05)
  • ALEA ARGYLE LAND ETHIC ACAD (Location: PO BOX 256; Grades: N – N )

Libraries

Library in Argyle:

  • ARGYLE PUBLIC LIBRARY (Operating income: $14,001; Location: 401 E. MILWAUKEE; 6,100 books; 25 audio materials; 109 video materials; 14 serial subscriptions)

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