Eagle, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Eagle, Wisconsin
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Looking south in downtown Eagle
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Location of Eagle in Waukesha County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Waukesha |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.39 sq mi (3.61 km2) |
| • Land | 1.39 sq mi (3.60 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,071 |
| • Density | 1,552.12/sq mi (599.26/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 262 |
| FIPS code | 55-21450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583112 |
| Website | Village of Eagle |
Eagle is a small village located in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, about 2,071 people lived there. The village is part of the larger Town of Eagle.
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History of Eagle Village
How Eagle Got Its Name
The name "Eagle" comes from an interesting event in 1836. A pioneer named Thomas Sugden was exploring the area with two friends. They saw a very large bald eagle flying and circling over a big hill in the middle of the prairie. This amazing sight led them to name the place Eagle.
Tornado in 2010
On June 21, 2010, an EF2 tornado hit the village. An EF2 tornado is a strong type of tornado that can cause a lot of damage. Sadly, the tornado sirens in the area did not sound before it hit. Luckily, no one died, but several people had minor injuries. At least two homes were completely destroyed, and many others were badly damaged.
Geography of Eagle
Where is Eagle Located?
Eagle is found at these coordinates: 42°52′39″N 88°28′18″W / 42.87750°N 88.47167°W. This helps us pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
Size of the Village
According to the United States Census Bureau, the village of Eagle covers a total area of about 1.33 square miles (3.44 km2). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits.
People of Eagle
Population Over Time
The number of people living in Eagle has grown quite a bit over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 292 | — | |
| 1900 | 324 | — | |
| 1910 | 339 | 4.6% | |
| 1920 | 394 | 16.2% | |
| 1930 | 392 | −0.5% | |
| 1940 | 391 | −0.3% | |
| 1950 | 460 | 17.6% | |
| 1960 | 620 | 34.8% | |
| 1970 | 745 | 20.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,008 | 35.3% | |
| 1990 | 1,182 | 17.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,707 | 44.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,950 | 14.2% | |
| 2020 | 2,071 | 6.2% | |
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Eagle's Community in 2010
In 2010, there were 1,950 people living in Eagle. Most of the people were White. About 45% of the homes had children under 18 living there. Most families were married couples living together. The average age of people in the village was about 35 years old.
Education in Eagle
Schools in the Area
Eagle is part of the Palmyra-Eagle Area School District. The schools that serve the children of Eagle include Eagle Elementary School and Palmyra-Eagle Middle/High School.
Changes in the School District
In 2019, the school board of the Palmyra-Eagle School District voted to close the district. They said they didn't have enough money to keep the schools open after the 2019–2020 school year. However, in January 2020, a special board decided to keep the district open.
Because of this, Palmyra Elementary School closed, and its students moved to Eagle Elementary School. Some people in the community and on the school board are still worried about the district's money problems.
Images for kids
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Looking east in downtown Eagle
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Fire station and EMS
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Police station
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Sign for Eagle on WIS 67
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Smile on water tower
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St. Theresa Catholic Church
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Eagle Town & Village Hall
See also
In Spanish: Eagle (Wisconsin) para niños
