Brooklyn (village), Wisconsin facts for kids
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Brooklyn (village), Wisconsin
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Location of Brooklyn in Dane County, Wisconsin.
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 Brooklyn (village), Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Brooklyn (village), Wisconsin
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
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| Area | |
| • Total | 1.12 sq mi (2.90 km2) |
| • Land | 1.12 sq mi (2.89 km2) |
| • Water | 0.004 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
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| • Total | 1,524 |
| • Density | 1,365.6/sq mi (527.3/km2) |
| FIPS code | 55-10075 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1582869 |
Brooklyn is a small village located in the state of Wisconsin, United States. It's unique because it stretches across two different counties: Dane County and Green County. In 2020, about 1,524 people lived here. Most residents, around 1,026, lived in Dane County, while 498 lived in Green County.
The part of Brooklyn in Dane County is considered part of the larger Madison city area. The Green County part is closer to the smaller city area of Monroe.
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History of Brooklyn Village
The village of Brooklyn officially became a village in 1905. It was given its name after the famous Brooklyn, New York borough.
Geography and Rivers
Brooklyn covers a total area of about 1.12 square miles (2.90 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
The village is located where two different river systems meet. On the western side, water flows into the Sugar River and Pecatonica River basins. On the eastern side, water drains into the Lower Rock River basin.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 362 | — | |
| 1920 | 407 | 12.4% | |
| 1930 | 406 | −0.2% | |
| 1940 | 449 | 10.6% | |
| 1950 | 479 | 6.7% | |
| 1960 | 590 | 23.2% | |
| 1970 | 565 | −4.2% | |
| 1980 | 627 | 11.0% | |
| 1990 | 789 | 25.8% | |
| 2000 | 916 | 16.1% | |
| 2010 | 1,401 | 52.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,524 | 8.8% | |
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Brooklyn's Population in 2020
According to the census from 2020, Brooklyn had a population of 1,524 people. This means there were about 1,365.6 people living in each square mile. There were 558 homes in the village.
Most of the people in Brooklyn were White (88.7%). There were also Black or African American (2.2%), Asian (0.3%), Native American (0.2%), and Pacific Islander (0.1%) residents. About 7.0% of the population identified with two or more races. Around 5.2% of the people were Hispanic or Latino.
Why Young People Live in Brooklyn
Brooklyn has been popular with young adults, more so than many other places. A study from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2017 found out why. Young adults like living in Brooklyn because:
- Homes are affordable.
- Local schools are good quality.
- It's close to both Madison and Janesville.
- It has a "small-town feel" and a "sense of safety and community."
Brooklyn's Population in 2010
In the census from 2010, Brooklyn had 1,401 residents living in 508 households. The population density was about 1,285.3 people per square mile.
About 46.1% of households had children under 18 living with them. Most households (60.4%) were married couples. The average household had 2.76 people.
The average age of people in Brooklyn was 32.8 years old. About 30% of residents were under 18. About 34.9% were between 25 and 44 years old.
Parks and Fun Activities
Brooklyn has three parks where you can play and relax:
- Smithfield Park is on the eastern side. It has a basketball court, a picnic area, public restrooms, and a playground.
- Legion Park is on the southern side.
- Water Tower Park is on the northern side.
Education in Brooklyn
Students in Brooklyn attend Brooklyn Elementary School. This public school is part of the Oregon School District.
Transportation and Roads
Roads for Driving
Two main Wisconsin state highways, 92 and 104, cross paths in Brooklyn. Dane County Highway MM also ends at this intersection.
Old Railway Lines
The Beloit and Madison Railroad was built through Brooklyn in the 1800s. Later, the Chicago and North Western railway took it over. From 1880 to the early 1950s, this railway line had two tracks. The line was closed in 1996 and sold to the nearby cities of Oregon and Fitchburg. It still exists today but is no longer used for trains.
See also
In Spanish: Brooklyn (Wisconsin) para niños
