Browntown, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Browntown, Wisconsin
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The Trailside Inn in Browntown
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Location of Browntown in Green County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Green |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.05 sq mi (2.73 km2) |
| • Land | 1.05 sq mi (2.73 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
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| • Total | 245 |
| • Density | 233.3/sq mi (89.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 608 |
| FIPS code | 55-10475 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1562278 |
Browntown is a small village located in Green County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It's a quiet place with a population of 245 people, according to the 2020 census.
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Discover Browntown, Wisconsin
Browntown is a village in Green County, Wisconsin. It is a small community.
Where is Browntown Located?
Browntown is found at coordinates 42.577268 degrees north and -89.793134 degrees west. This means it's in the northern part of the world.
The village covers a total area of about 1.06 square miles (2.73 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the village limits.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Browntown has changed over the years. In 1900, there were 246 residents. The population has stayed fairly small, usually around 250 to 290 people.
Here's how the population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 246 | — | |
| 1910 | 222 | −9.8% | |
| 1920 | 245 | 10.4% | |
| 1930 | 291 | 18.8% | |
| 1940 | 271 | −6.9% | |
| 1950 | 279 | 3.0% | |
| 1960 | 263 | −5.7% | |
| 1970 | 253 | −3.8% | |
| 1980 | 284 | 12.3% | |
| 1990 | 256 | −9.9% | |
| 2000 | 252 | −1.6% | |
| 2010 | 280 | 11.1% | |
| 2020 | 245 | −12.5% | |
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Browntown's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 280 people living in Browntown. These people lived in 109 different homes. Most of the people were White. A small number were African American or Native American. Some people were from other backgrounds.
The average age of people in the village was about 36.4 years old. About 27% of the residents were under 18 years old. This means many young people live in Browntown.
Fun Things to Do in Browntown
Even though Browntown is a small village, there are fun outdoor activities nearby.
Explore Nature at Browntown-Cadiz Springs
The village is close to the Browntown-Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area. This is a great place to enjoy nature. You can go hiking, fishing, or just relax outdoors.
Ride the Cheese Country Trail
The Cheese Country Trail runs along the northern edge of Browntown. This trail is popular for biking, walking, and even snowmobiling in winter. It's a fun way to see the countryside.
