Amherst Wisconsin Map

About Amherst, Wisconsin

Amherst is a locality in Portage County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,113. The population density is 296.7 people per km². Amherst is located at 44.4508°N, 89.2848°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 54406.

Amherst rests in a tranquil pocket of Portage County, Wisconsin, where the land rolls with a gentle, unassuming grace. It lies 15.1 miles east-south-east of Stevens Point, WI (from Stevens Point, WI: bearing 109°T), and is situated 8.6 miles west-south-west of Iola. The terrain here is a study in soft contours, sculpted by ages of glacial activity into a landscape of rolling hills and fertile valleys. Great expanses of agricultural fields, golden in the late summer sun or emerald with new growth in the spring, stretch towards horizons softened by distant stands of deciduous trees. The air, particularly as the day draws to a close, carries a crisp, clean scent, a mingling of damp earth, cut grass, and the faint, sweet perfume of wildflowers that dot the verges of country roads. This is a place where the sky feels vast and accessible, its ever-changing moods reflected in the slow drift of clouds and the profound stillness that settles over the countryside after the sun has dipped below the western tree line. The history of Amherst is deeply entwined with the rich agricultural heritage of Wisconsin, its economy long anchored by the cultivation of crops and the raising of livestock that have sustained generations. The land itself, yielding its bounty under the steady hand of its inhabitants, has dictated the rhythm of life here for over a century. While the agricultural roots remain strong, Amherst has also seen a quiet diversification, with small businesses and service industries emerging to meet the needs of its residents. The Plover River, a vital artery of this region, whispers tales of early settlements and transportation, its presence a constant reminder of the water's enduring importance to the area's development and character. The enduring spirit of this Wisconsin locale is one of steadfast resilience and a deep connection to the land that nurtures it.

About This Amherst Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Amherst, Wisconsin with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Amherst and Portage County.

Detailed location data for Amherst includes the ZIP code (54406), telephone area code (715), county seat of Portage County (Stevens Point), and school district assignment (Tomorrow River 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 Amherst is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.