Bowler, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bowler, Wisconsin
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Downtown Bowler
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Location of Bowler in Shawano County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Shawano |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.04 sq mi (2.69 km2) |
| • Land | 1.04 sq mi (2.69 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,073 ft (327 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 302 |
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290 |
| • Density | 279.65/sq mi (107.99/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-09025 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1562100 |
Bowler is a small village located in Shawano County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It is a quiet community. According to the 2010 census, 302 people lived in Bowler.
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History of Bowler
The village of Bowler got its name from a man named Colonel J. C. Bowler. He owned a large piece of land very close to where the village was founded.
Geography and Climate
Bowler is located at specific coordinates: 44.862462 degrees North and 88.980822 degrees West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The village covers a total area of about 1.02 square miles (2.64 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the village limits.
Bowler's Climate
Bowler has a type of weather called a "Warm Summer Continental Climate." This means it has warm summers and cold, snowy winters. You will experience all four seasons here.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 318 | — | |
| 1940 | 315 | −0.9% | |
| 1950 | 344 | 9.2% | |
| 1960 | 274 | −20.3% | |
| 1970 | 272 | −0.7% | |
| 1980 | 339 | 24.6% | |
| 1990 | 279 | −17.7% | |
| 2000 | 343 | 22.9% | |
| 2010 | 302 | −12.0% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 290 | −4.0% | |
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2010 Census Information
In 2010, there were 302 people living in Bowler. These people lived in 130 different homes. About 87 of these homes were families.
The village had about 296 people per square mile. There were also 150 housing units. This means there were 150 places where people could live.
Most of the people in Bowler were White (74.5%). About 17.2% were Native American. About 8.3% of the people were from two or more racial backgrounds. A small group, 3.3%, were Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Bowler was about 41.7 years old. About 23.5% of the residents were under 18 years old. About 17.9% were 65 years old or older. The village had slightly more females (52.6%) than males (47.4%).
Notable People from Bowler
Some interesting people have lived in or are connected to Bowler:
- Paul T. Fuhrman: He was a businessman and served as a Wisconsin State Representative. He also worked as the village president of Bowler. This means he helped lead the local government.
- Skip Jones: He is a musician, storyteller, and teacher who lives in Bowler. Skip Jones often shares messages about keeping water clean and getting along with others. He also talks about old family values like sharing music and wisdom.
