Concord, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Concord, Wisconsin
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Location of Concord, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Jefferson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.5 sq mi (94.5 km2) |
| • Land | 35.9 sq mi (92.9 km2) |
| • Water | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km2) |
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
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| • Total | 2,072 |
| • Density | 56.79/sq mi (21.926/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 55-16650 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583009 |
Concord is a town located in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2010, the town had a population of 2,072 people. It is a quiet community known for its natural beauty and historical connections.
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Where is Concord, Wisconsin?
Concord is in the state of Wisconsin. The United States Census Bureau says the town covers a total area of about 94.5 square kilometers (about 36.5 square miles). Most of this area, 92.9 square kilometers (35.9 square miles), is land. The rest, 1.6 square kilometers (0.6 square miles), is water, making up about 1.71% of the total area.
Who Lives in Concord?
In 2000, there were 2,023 people living in Concord. These people lived in 757 households, and 598 of these were families. The town had about 56 people per square mile (21.7 people per square kilometer). There were 770 homes in total.
Families and Age Groups
About 31.3% of the households in Concord had children under 18 years old living with them. Most households, 70.4%, were married couples living together. About 16.9% of all households were single individuals.
The people in Concord were spread out by age:
- 24.1% were under 18 years old.
- 6.2% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 29.9% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 28.0% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 11.8% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Concord was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were about 103.9 males.
A Look at Concord's History
The first non-Native American people to settle in the Concord area came from New England and Upstate New York. These early settlers were often called "Yankees." They were mostly descendants of the English Puritans who had settled in New England a long time ago.
Many of these settlers were part of the Congregational Church. Over time, some had also become Methodists or Baptists. When they arrived in what is now Concord, the area was mostly dense forest and wild prairie.
The settlers from New England and New York made up most of the people in Jefferson County for many years. Because of their background, Concord, Wisconsin, was named after Concord, New Hampshire, a famous town in New England.
Laura Ingalls Wilder's Connection
A very special event happened in Concord's history. On February 1, 1860, Charles Ingalls married Caroline Quiner in the town. Their daughter was Laura Ingalls Wilder, who wrote the famous Little House on the Prairie books. These books tell stories about pioneer life, and her parents' journey started right here in Concord.
Famous People from Concord
Concord has been home to several notable individuals who made a difference in their fields:
- John A. Hazelwood – An educator, lawyer, and politician in Wisconsin.
- Austin Kellogg – A farmer, sheriff, and Wisconsin legislator.
- John M. Sell – A house painter and Wisconsin legislator.
- George Weeks – A farmer, sheriff, prison warden, and Wisconsin legislator.
See also
In Spanish: Concord (Wisconsin) para niños
