Bayfield (town), Wisconsin facts for kids
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Bayfield, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Bayfield |
| Area | |
| • Total | 134.0 sq mi (347.0 km2) |
| • Land | 89.2 sq mi (230.9 km2) |
| • Water | 44.8 sq mi (116.1 km2) |
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 787 |
| • Density | 5.874/sq mi (2.2680/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area codes | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-05375 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1582765 |
Bayfield is a town located in Bayfield County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, the town had a population of 787 people. This was an increase from 680 people in 2010.
The town of Bayfield includes some smaller communities. These are Pureair and Salmo. It also includes two islands from the Apostle Islands group: Eagle Island and Sand Island.
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Exploring Bayfield's Location
The town of Bayfield is in a unique spot. It has a total area of about 134 square miles (347 square kilometers). A large part of this area is water, about 45 square miles (116 square kilometers). This means about one-third of the town's area is water.
Where is Bayfield?
The town of Bayfield has a shape that looks like the letter "L". It stretches north into Lake Superior, which is a very large lake. It also extends east into a channel of the lake. This channel is between the mainland and Madeline Island.
The city of Bayfield is a separate place. It sits right on the shore of Lake Superior. The town of Bayfield surrounds the city on its eastern side.
Who Lives in Bayfield?
In 2000, there were 625 people living in the town of Bayfield. There were 261 households, which are groups of people living together. Most of these were families.
Bayfield's Population Over Time
The population of Bayfield has grown. In 2000, there were 625 people. By 2010, this number went up to 680. Then, in 2020, the population reached 787 people.
Age Groups in Bayfield
The people living in Bayfield are of different ages. In 2000, about 22% of the population was under 18 years old. About 14% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age in the town was 44 years old.
Getting Around Bayfield
There are a few main roads that help people travel through the town of Bayfield.
Main Roads in the Town
- Wisconsin Highway 13
- County Road I
- County Road J
These roads connect different parts of the town. They also link Bayfield to other areas.
See also
In Spanish: Bayfield (condado de Bayfield, Wisconsin) para niños
