Colfax (town), Wisconsin facts for kids
Colfax is a small town located in Dunn County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It's a friendly community where people live and work. In 2020, about 1,244 people called Colfax home.
Where is Colfax?
Colfax is in the state of Wisconsin. It covers an area of about 34.6 square miles (89.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, but a small part is water, like rivers or lakes.
People in Colfax
The number of people living in Colfax has grown over the years. Here's a quick look at its population:
| Historical population | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1990 | 691 | — | |
| 2000 | 909 | 31.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,186 | 30.5% | |
| 2020 (est.) | 1,244 | 4.9% | |
In 2000, there were 909 people living in Colfax. About 38.7% of the homes had children under 18 living there. Most people in Colfax are White, and a very small number are Native American or Asian. The average age of people in Colfax was around 35 years old.
A Look Back in Time
Colfax has a history, like any other town. One important event happened on June 4, 1958. A very strong tornado hit the Colfax area. This tornado was an F5, which is the strongest type of tornado. Sadly, 28 people lost their lives during this natural disaster.
Famous People from Colfax
- Ole G. Kinney was a notable person who lived in Colfax. He was a legislator in Wisconsin, which means he helped make laws for the state. He also served as the chairman of the Colfax Town Board, helping to lead the town's government.
See also
In Spanish: Colfax (condado de Dunn, Wisconsin) para niños
