Canton, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Canton, Wisconsin
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Location of Canton, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Buffalo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.82 sq mi (92.77 km2) |
| • Land | 35.80 sq mi (92.73 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,083 ft (330 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 305 |
| • Density | 9/sq mi (3.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 55-12500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1582915 |
Canton is a small town located in Buffalo County, in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. In 2010, about 305 people lived there. An old, abandoned settlement called Springdale was once part of this town.
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Where is Canton Located?
Canton is found in the northern part of Buffalo County. It shares its northern border with Pepin County.
Land and Water Area
The town of Canton covers a total area of about 92.77 square kilometers (about 35.8 square miles). Most of this area is land, around 92.73 square kilometers (35.8 square miles). Only a very small part, about 0.04 square kilometers (0.015 square miles), is water.
Who Lives in Canton?
The census of 2000 showed that 304 people lived in Canton. There were 102 households, which means 102 different homes where people lived. Most of these were families.
Population Details
In 2000, about 98% of the people living in Canton were White. A small number of people were African American or Asian. Some people were also from two or more racial backgrounds. About 1% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households in Canton had children under 18 living with them. Most homes were made up of married couples. The average household had almost three people living in it.
Age Groups
The people in Canton were spread across different age groups. About one-third of the population was under 18 years old. Around 30% were young adults between 25 and 44. About 11% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age in Canton was 36 years.
See also
In Spanish: Canton (Wisconsin) para niños
