Dunn, Dane County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Town of Dunn, Wisconsin
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Location in Dane County and the state of Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Dane |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34.4 sq mi (89.2 km2) |
| • Land | 28.6 sq mi (74.2 km2) |
| • Water | 5.8 sq mi (15.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 886 ft (270 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,880 |
| • Density | 184.0/sq mi (71.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 608 |
| FIPS code | 55-21125 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583105 |
Dunn is a town located in Dane County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It's a place where people live and work, just like any other town. In 2020, about 4,880 people called Dunn their home.
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Exploring Dunn's Location and Size
Dunn is a town with a mix of land and water. It covers a total area of about 34.4 square miles (which is about 89.1 square kilometers).
How Much Land and Water?
Most of Dunn is land, about 28.6 square miles (74.2 square kilometers). The rest is water, making up about 5.8 square miles (15.0 square kilometers). This means nearly 17% of the town's area is covered by water.
Who Lives in Dunn?
Let's look at the people who live in Dunn. In the year 2000, there were 5,270 people living here. This means there were about 184 people living in each square mile.
Homes and Families in Dunn
Back in 2000, there were 2,079 households in Dunn. A household can be a family, a single person, or a group of roommates living together. Most households, about 65.6%, were married couples living together.
Age Groups in the Community
The people in Dunn come in all ages! In 2000:
- About 23.2% of the population was under 18 years old.
- About 29.8% were young adults, aged 25 to 44.
- The largest group, about 32.8%, was between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 9.0% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in Dunn was 41 years old.
Understanding Income in Dunn
In 2000, the average income for a household in Dunn was about $66,250 per year. For families, the average income was a bit higher, around $71,228 per year.
