Ripon Profile
Ripon is alive with events, restaurants, shops and service providers—drawing visitors and residents alike. Ripon offers high-ranking K–12 education, multitudes of clubs and teams, religious organizations, community service groups and a safe environment in which to grow, live, learn and work.
RIPON DEMOGRAPHICS
Ripon Demographics are ever changing. Here, we’ve provided a quick picture of our community in demographic terms. For very detailed information about Ripon, its demographic and economic climate, visit the Fond du Lac County Economic Development Corp. at www.fcedc.com.
| Demographics | City of Ripon | Fond du Lac County | Green Lake County |
| Population | 6,828 | 97,296 | 19,105 |
| Households | 2,922 | 36,894 | 7,703 |
| Median Household Income | $37,399 | $45,578 | $39,462 |
| Total Household Income | |||
| Median Family Income | $51,100 | $53,325 | $46,969 |
| Median Value of Owner-Occupied Unit | $89,500 | $101,000 | $90,100 |
| Median Age | 39.7 | 37.0 | 40.9 |
| Population Within 10 Mile Radius | 18,915 |
TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION
Ripon’s central location offers quick access to three state highways (23, 44 and 49), and is within minutes of the U.S. Highway 41 corridor located east of the community. Wisconsin’s largest business and consumer–populated markets (Fox Cities, Green Bay, Madison and Milwaukee) are as near as one hour away.
ASSETS & SPECIAL FEATURES
Peruse this site’s descriptions of Ripon area attractions, activities, community events, lakes, trails and parks. Ripon is alive with activity, natural beauty, rich history and cultural events.
MAJOR INDUSTRY
Ripon boasts a healthy economy and several major businesses and employers, including Accurate Controls, Advanced Paper Enterprises, Alliance Laundry (Speed Queen), ConAgra Foods (Rippin’ Good Cookies), PolyOne, JMS Specialty Foods, Seneca Foods, Ripon Pickle Company and Ripon Printers.