Enterprise, WI

History

The Town of Enterprise is a small, rural, recreationally based community where friendly people enjoy a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere. This rural setting is set in a natural environment that provides ample opportunities for boating, fishing, hunting, swimming, and other lake or woods based experience.

The people of Enterprise envision a future where the peaceful atmosphere and natural environment we so enjoy are preserved through land conservation, shoreline protection, and management of development so that “the lake and the woods will always be there for the future enjoyment of everyone.” We envision a town that will improve and maintain the appearance of development and manage the density of use and development on our lakes and streams. There will be a place for commercial and industrial development to provide for jobs and the economic prosperity of the Town, as well as affordable housing so that the elderly, or other fixed income residents, can continue to share what the Town of Enterprise has to offer.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 58.9 square miles (152.6 km2), of which, 56.7 square miles (146.8 km2) of it is land and 2.2 square miles (5.8 km2) of it (3.80%) is water.

Population

The population in Enterprise is 305. There are 5 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Enterprise is 53, the US median age is 37.4. The number of people per household in Enterprise is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.

Family in Enterprise

• 69.2% are married
• 5.1% are divorced
• 23.6% are married with children
• 0.0% have children, but are single

Race in Enterprise

• 99.2% are white
• 0.0% are black
• 0.0% are asian
• 0.8% are native american
• 0.0% claim Other
• 0.0% claim Hispanic Ethnicity
• 0.0% Two or More Races
• 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander

In the town, the population was spread out, with 17.5% under the age of 18, 3.6% from 18 to 24, 29.2% from 25 to 44, 29.2% from 45 to 64, and 20.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 119.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 123.8 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $34,479, and the median income for a family was $34,531. Males had a median income of $33,125 versus $19,107 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,970. None of the families and 1.9% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 4.7% of those over 64.

Transportation

The Rhinelander-Oneida County Airport (KRHI) serves Enterprise, the county and surrounding communities with both scheduled commercial jet service and general aviation services.

The roadway system within the Town of Enterprise is a network of state and county highways together with various local roads and streets. USH 45 is a Principle Arterial. CTHs B, G and Q are a Major Collector. The remainder of roads within the Town are classified as “Local.”

Schools

The Town of Enterprise is in the Elcho school districts, and is also served by two parochial elementary schools in Rhinelander. The Nicolet Technical College, located in Rhinelander, serves the town. Three libraries serve the town, including the Rhinelander District Library, Elcho Library and the Nicolet Technical College library also in Rhinelander.

 

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Enterprise: 

• Northcentral Technical College (about 40 miles; Wausau, WI; Full-time enrollment: 3,356) 
• University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point (about 70 miles; Stevens Point, WI; FT enrollment: 9,089) 
• Mid-State Technical College (about 81 miles; Wisconsin Rapids, WI; FT enrollment: 2,128) 
• Northeast Wisconsin Technical College (about 91 miles; Green Bay, WI; FT enrollment: 6,069) 
• Fox Valley Technical College (about 96 miles; Appleton, WI; FT enrollment: 5,682) 
• Saint Norbert College (about 97 miles; De Pere, WI; FT enrollment: 2,324) 
• University of Wisconsin-Green Bay (about 97 miles; Green Bay, WI; FT enrollment: 5,415)

Top Public Schools Serving Enterprise

• Crescent Elementary School
• Elcho High School
• Elcho Elementary School
• Elcho Middle School

Healthcare

The nearest medical facility is Saint Mary’s Hospital in Rhinelander. Langlade Memorial Hospital is located in Antigo and is also available. These hospitals provide 24-hour emergency service and critical care. There is an Aspirus Clinic in Elcho.

Hospitals and medical centers near Enterprise: 

• MINISTRY HM CR HH RHINELANDER (Home Health Center, about 7 miles away; RHINELANDER, WI) 
• FRIENDLY VILLAGE (Nursing Home, about 8 miles away; RHINELANDER, WI) 
• FRIENDLY VILLAGE NURSING AND REHAB CENTER (Nursing Home, about 8 miles away; RHINELANDER, WI) 
• HORIZONS UNLIMITED (Nursing Home, about 8 miles away; RHINELANDER, WI) 
• TAYLOR PARK NURSING AND REHAB CTR (Nursing Home, about 8 miles away; RHINELANDER, WI) 
• MINISTRY ST MARYS HOSPITAL Acute Care Hospitals (about 9 miles away; RHINELANDER, WI) 
• SACRED HEART, ST MARY’S INC HOSPICE (Hospital, about 9 miles away; RHINELANDER, WI)

Outdoor Points of Interest

The Town of Enterprise is a small, rural, recreationally based community where friendly people enjoy a tranquil and peaceful atmosphere. This rural setting is set in a natural environment that provides ample opportunities for boating, fishing, hunting, swimming, and other lake or woods based experience.

The Town of Enterprise contains the Enterprise Block of Oneida County Forest. Over half of the Town is within county forest.

The Enterprise Unit of the Oneida County Forest includes a three-acre esker covered with red pine, a major natural feature. Pelican Lake is a 3,585-acre lake located on the tension line between the boreal and deciduous forest, known for wildflowers, including lady slipper, wild ginger, ginseng, and jack-in-the-pulpit. Pelican Blue Heron Rookery located on forty-acres of DNR trust land. 

Park or Park-like facilities within the Town of Enterprise include picnic tables and about five-acres of land surrounding the Community Building and a boat access at the west end Pelican Lake, known as Keeler Landing. Much of the town is County forest that includes a number of recreational facilities: a state funded snowmobile trail, an off-road ATV trail, the Enterprise Primitive Ski and Snowshoe Trail, as well as the County-run Enterprise Campground and the Bass Lake Boat Landing.

Great Lakes or Chains

Enterprise is about 37,791 acres and has 12 lakes. Most of the town is forested, much in County Forest. Enterprise is part of the Northern Highland geomorphic region with a glacial landscape that includes gently rolling, rounded, forested hills rising above adjacent marshy areas.

Pelican Lake

Pelican Lake offers some of Wisconsin’s finest fishing and boating lakes, including Pelican Lake. At 3,585 acres and a maximum depth of 39 feet, Pelican Lake is one of the largest in the county. The large weedbeds of Pelican Lake are famous for holding trophy-size northern pike and musky. The lake is also well known for its walleye fishing. During the fall, the musky fishing on this lake is phenomenal.

Several entertainment options are available in the Pelican Lake Area. Mole Lake Casino is located within a short drive of Pelican Lake, as is the Antigo Bass Lake Golf Club.

Visitors can choose from seven different restaurants, ranging from friendly taverns serving burgers to restaurants specializing in juicy steaks. Lodging in the Pelican Lake Area includes resorts, campgrounds, cottages and cabins.

Bass Lake. Bass Lake is a 60 acre lake located in Oneida County. It has a maximum depth of 21 feet. Visitors have access to the lake from a public boat landing. Fish include Panfish and Largemouth Bass.

Shingle Mill Lake. Shingle Mill Lake is a 44 acre lake located in Oneida County. It has a maximum depth of 10 feet. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike.

Silver Lake. Silver Lake is a 35 acre lake located in Oneida County. It has a maximum depth of 29 feet. Fish include Panfish and Largemouth Bass.

Beaver Lake. Beaver Lake is a 20 acre lake located in Oneida County. It has a maximum depth of 8 feet. Fish include Panfish, Largemouth Bass and Northern Pike.

Vickham Lake. Vickham Lake is a 17 acre lake located in Oneida County. It has a maximum depth of 47 feet. Fish include Largemouth Bass.

Eagle Lake. Eagle Lake is a 16 acre lake located in Oneida County. It has a maximum depth of 22 feet. Fish include Panfish and Largemouth Bass.

Gillette Lake. Gillette Lake is a 33 acre lake located in Oneida County. It has a maximum depth of 22 feet. Fish include Panfish and Largemouth Bass.

Art Centers, Community Centers, and ETC

he Town Hall is located on Plantation Road and also houses the Fire Department. The Town Hall serves as a meeting room available for Town residents use and includes a kitchen and restrooms, as well as outdoor facilities including a pavilion.

Town of Enterprise (Local government office) is located in 2977 Plantation Rd, Pelican Lake, WI 54463

Average Home Price Sold

2018 Ave Price Sold: $206,000.00

2021 Ave Price Sold: $209,500.00

2023 Ave Price Sold: $400,877.78