Almena Wisconsin Map

About Almena, Wisconsin

Almena is a locality in Barron County, Wisconsin, United States. It is a small community with a population of 641. The population density is 255.1 people per km². Almena is located at 45.4169°N, 92.0330°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 54805.

Almena unfolds across a landscape shaped by the slow, persistent work of glaciers and water. It lies 30.7 miles north-east of Saint Croix, WI (from Saint Croix, WI: bearing 34°T), and is situated 9.0 miles west of Barron. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of cultivation and the deep green hush of hardwood forests, define the terrain. Here, the air carries a clean, crisp scent, especially after a rain, and the sky often stretches wide and pale blue above the cultivated fields. Small streams, remnants of ancient meltwaters, thread their way through the land, their banks often lined with willow and alder, reflecting the changing light of the day. The character of Almena is one of quiet resilience, a place where the land dictates a measured pace of life, where the seasons paint the scenery with broad, deliberate strokes. The history of Almena is etched into the very soil, a story of pioneers who worked the fertile earth to build a life. Originally settled by those drawn to the rich agricultural potential, the local economy has long been rooted in farming, with dairy and grain still playing significant roles. The whispers of its past are carried on the wind through the weathered barns and farmhouses that dot the countryside, each a silent testament to generations of labor. While no grand monuments mark its existence, the enduring spirit of Almena lies in its steadfast connection to the land and the enduring traditions of its people, a quiet strength that has sustained it through the years.

About This Almena Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Almena, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.416902, -92.032958. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Almena and Barron County.

Detailed location data for Almena includes the ZIP code (54805), telephone area code (715), county seat of Barron County (Barron), and school district assignment (Barron Area School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Almena is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.