Breed, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Breed, Wisconsin
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Location of Breed, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Oconto |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.8 sq mi (92.6 km2) |
| • Land | 35.5 sq mi (92.1 km2) |
| • Water | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km2) |
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 657 |
| • Density | 18.5/sq mi (7.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 55-09425 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1582854 |
Breed is a small town located in Oconto County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In the year 2000, about 657 people lived here. It is a quiet place with a rich history, showing how communities grew in Wisconsin.
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Communities in Breed
The town of Breed includes a few smaller communities. These are areas that might have a few houses or a special history, but they aren't officially separate towns.
- Breed is one of these communities. You can find it along WIS 32, which is a state highway. It's also close to County Road AA. This road helps connect Breed to WIS 55 in nearby Menominee County.
- Logan is another community in the town. It's located along Logan Road, east of WIS 32. Logan is a very small area with just a few houses near the Oconto River. It used to have its own post office from 1889 until 1928.
History of Breed
The community of Breed has an interesting past. It was named after its first postmaster, George M. Breed.
Early Settlers and Post Office
A post office opened in Breed in 1888. It served the community for many years before closing in 1966. The very first person to settle in this area was James Knight. Many early settlers arrived by walking along old trails made by Native American people.
Roads and Growth
The first road in Oconto County was built in 1860. In Breed itself, the first road was built in 1885. This road later became part of important state highways: Highway 32 and Highway 64. As more people moved to the area for farming, a general store opened in 1887. This helped the community grow.
Railroad and Community Life
In 1896, the Chicago and Northwestern railroad line was built from Mountain to Breed. The North Star hotel became a central spot in the community. At one time, Breed had a school, several churches, a cheese factory, and many farms. Over time, many of these businesses closed. Today, Breed is mostly a small community with homes.
Geography of Breed
Breed is located in a specific part of Wisconsin. Knowing its geography helps us understand the area.
Area and Water
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town of Breed covers about 35.8 square miles (which is about 92.6 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 35.5 square miles (92.1 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.2 square miles (0.6 square kilometers), is water.
Location and Elevation
The exact location of Breed can be described using coordinates: 45.073 degrees North latitude and -88.424 degrees West longitude. The town sits at an elevation of 902 feet (about 275 meters) above sea level.
People of Breed (Demographics)
The word "demographics" describes the people who live in a place. Here's a look at the population of Breed from the year 2000.
Population and Density
In 2000, there were 657 people living in the town of Breed. This means the population density was about 18.5 people per square mile (or 7.1 people per square kilometer). There were also 322 housing units, which are places where people live.
Age and Gender
The population in Breed was spread across different age groups. About 24.4% of the people were under 18 years old. About 18.7% were 65 years old or older. The average age in the town was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were about 101.5 males. For every 100 females aged 18 and over, there were about 105.4 males.
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