Brule (CDP), Wisconsin facts for kids
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Brule, Wisconsin
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 Brule (CDP), Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Douglas |
| Town | Brule |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.677 sq mi (6.93 km2) |
| • Land | 2.677 sq mi (6.93 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 988 ft (301 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 254 |
| • Density | 94.88/sq mi (36.63/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54820
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| Area code(s) | 715 and 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1562290 |
Brule is a small community in Douglas County, Wisconsin, United States. It is not a city or a town by itself. Instead, it's an unincorporated area. This means it's a place with a name and people living there, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city does.
Brule is also known as a census-designated place. This is a special area that the United States Census Bureau defines for counting people. It helps them gather information about populations in places that aren't official cities or towns.
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Getting Around Brule
Brule is easy to reach by road. The main roads that go through the community are U.S. Highway 2, Wisconsin Highway 27, and County Road H. These roads help people travel to and from Brule.
You can also get to Brule by bus. The Indian Trails bus service provides transportation to the community. This is helpful for people who don't drive or want to travel without a car.
Where is Brule Located?
Brule is in a nice spot in Wisconsin. It is about 6.5 miles east-northeast of a place called Lake Nebagamon, Wisconsin. If you travel further, Brule is about 30 miles east of the city of Superior, Wisconsin. It's also about 35 miles west of the city of Ashland, Wisconsin.
Brule's Population
According to the 2018 census, about 664 people lived in Brule. This shows it's a small but active community.
Postal Services in Brule
Brule has its own post office. This is where people can send and receive mail. The ZIP code for Brule is 54820. A ZIP code helps the postal service sort mail quickly and make sure it gets to the right place.
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