Located in the middle of north central Wisconsin, the Wausau area includes the communities of Wausau, Rib Mountain, Schofield, Rothschild, Kronenwetter, Mosinee and Weston. Surrounded by woods, lakes and hills, the Wausau area enjoys the fortunate combination of big-city amenities with the look and feel of the great Northwoods and small-town hospitality.

It means something different to each person. For this area, quality of life means a sense of tradition and stability. It means low crime and above average students. It means low unemployment and a thriving, diversified economy. Residents enjoy great shopping, excellent restaurants, and an extensive list of recreational and entertainment opportunities.

Lumber was the original industry and remains the backbone of our economy today. Some of the most important products manufactured in Marathon County are paper and food packages, lumber and building materials, dairy products, electric motors, boxes, road building, industrial machinery, veneers, and red granite monuments.