Couderay Wisconsin Map

About Couderay, Wisconsin

Couderay is a locality in Sawyer County, Wisconsin, United States. It is a small community with a population of 118. The population density is 38.3 people per km². Couderay is located at 45.7955°N, 91.3068°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 54828.

Couderay rests in the embrace of Sawyer County's rolling topography, a landscape sculpted by ancient glaciers and softened by the passage of seasons. It lies 50.3 miles north of Chippewa, WI (from Chippewa, WI: bearing 359°T), and is situated 6.9 miles west-south-west of Sawyer. Here, the land rises and falls in gentle, wooded swells, punctuated by the glint of water from numerous lakes and the serpentine grace of the Couderay River itself. The air, especially after a rain, carries the clean, damp scent of pine needles and rich, dark earth, a perfume that clings to the very being of this place. In the twilight, the sky often bleeds into hues of bruised plum and soft rose, casting long shadows that stretch and deepen across the fields and forests, imbuing the quietude with a profound, almost palpable stillness. The history of Couderay is deeply entwined with the bounty of its waters and the sturdy resilience of its people. For generations, the area has drawn sustenance from the lakes, a legacy rooted in the traditions of those who first navigated these waterways. The local economy, while varied, often reflects this connection, with small businesses catering to both the year-round residents and the seasonal influx of visitors drawn to the region's natural allure. Along the riverbanks, stands of birch and aspen whisper secrets of simpler times, their papery bark a pale counterpoint to the deep, enduring green of the surrounding pines, a constant reminder of the enduring spirit that defines Couderay.

About This Couderay Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Couderay, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.795513, -91.30683. 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 Couderay and Sawyer County.

Detailed location data for Couderay includes the ZIP code (54828), telephone area code (715), county seat of Sawyer County (Hayward), and school district assignment (Winter 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 Couderay is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.