Allouez, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Allouez, Wisconsin
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Location of Allouez in Brown County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Brown |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.21 sq mi (13.48 km2) |
| • Land | 4.57 sq mi (11.82 km2) |
| • Water | 0.64 sq mi (1.66 km2) |
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 14,156 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54301
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| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-01150 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1560790 |
Allouez (/ˈæləweɪ/ al-Ə-way) is a small community called a village in Brown County, Wisconsin. It's located in the United States. In 2020, about 14,156 people lived there. Allouez is part of the larger Green Bay area.
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Exploring Allouez: Location and Rivers
Allouez is nestled between two larger cities. To its north is Green Bay. To its south, you'll find De Pere.
Natural Borders of Allouez
Two important rivers help form the village's borders. The Fox River runs along its western side. The East River is on its eastern side. The village covers about 5.15 square miles (13.34 square kilometers) in total. Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
A Look Back: The History of Allouez
The village of Allouez has an interesting past. It was named after a French Jesuit priest and missionary named Father Claude-Jean Allouez. He was an important figure in early American history.
Early Names and Founding
In the 1800s, soldiers first called the area "Shanttown." Later, in 1824, a judge named James Doty chose it for a courthouse. He gave it the more formal name of Menomineeville. However, he didn't officially register the plan until 1829. Allouez officially became its own village in 1874. It separated from the nearby town of Bellevue at that time.
Who Lives in Allouez? Population Facts
Allouez has seen its population change over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there.
Population Changes Over Time
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| 1990 | 14,431 | — | |
| 2000 | 15,443 | 7.0% | |
| 2010 | 13,975 | −9.5% | |
| 2020 | 14,156 | 1.3% | |
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In 2010, there were 13,975 people living in Allouez. They lived in 5,432 homes. About 3,580 of these were families. The village had about 3,031 people per square mile.
Diversity in Allouez
Most residents in 2010 were White (89.7%). Other groups included African American (5.0%), Native American (1.0%), and Asian (1.8%). About 2.7% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Age and Households
The average age in Allouez in 2010 was 41 years old.
- About 20.5% of people were under 18.
- About 16.7% were 65 or older.
Many homes (54.8%) had married couples living together. About 28.3% of homes had children under 18.
Getting Around Allouez: Transportation
Two main state highways pass through Allouez. These are WIS 172 and WIS 57. For public transport, Green Bay Metro offers some bus services.
Keeping Allouez Safe: Law Enforcement
The village of Allouez does not have its own police department. Instead, the Brown County Sheriff's Office provides police services. They assign one officer to patrol the village regularly.
Famous People from Allouez
Many notable people have connections to Allouez.
- Winford Abrams: A former mayor of Green Bay.
- James R. Charneski: Once served in the Wisconsin State Assembly.
- Paul Gigot: A well-known political commentator.
- Vince Lombardi: A legendary former head coach of the Green Bay Packers football team.
- Dennis Murphy: A hero from the American Civil War who received the Medal of Honor.
- Donald Tilleman: Another former mayor of Green Bay.
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Village hall
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Location of Allouez in Brown County, Wisconsin.
See also
In Spanish: Allouez para niños
