Fayette, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Fayette, Wisconsin
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Location of Fayette, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Lafayette |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.88 sq mi (92.93 km2) |
| • Land | 35.16 sq mi (91.06 km2) |
| • Water | 0.72 sq mi (1.87 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,076 ft (328 m) |
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| • Total | 376 |
| • Density | 11/sq mi (4.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
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| Area code(s) | 608 |
| FIPS code | 55-25475 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583195 |
Fayette is a small town in Lafayette County, Wisconsin, United States. In 2010, about 376 people lived there. The smaller communities of Fayette and Yellowstone are also located within the town.
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Where is Fayette?
Fayette is in the northeastern part of Lafayette County. It shares a border with Iowa County to the north.
Land and Water
The town covers a total area of about 92.9 square kilometers (35.9 square miles). Most of this area, about 91.1 square kilometers, is land. The rest, about 1.9 square kilometers, is water.
Yellowstone Lake
A big part of the water in Fayette is Yellowstone Lake. This lake is a reservoir on the Yellowstone River. You can find it in the eastern part of the town.
Who Lives in Fayette?
In 2000, there were 366 people living in Fayette. These people lived in 138 households, and 100 of these were families.
Population Details
The population was spread out in terms of age:
- About 28% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 8% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 28% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 22% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 14% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Fayette was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were about 114 males.
Famous People from Fayette
Some notable people have come from Fayette:
- Robert McKee Bashford – He was a jurist (a judge or legal expert) and a politician (someone involved in government).
- Therese A. Jenkins – She was an activist (someone who works for social or political change).
- Eugene D. Parkinson – He was a farmer and also a politician.
- Buck Zumhofe – He was a professional wrestler.
Fun and Recreation
Yellowstone Lake State Park
If you like outdoor activities, Yellowstone Lake State Park is a great place to visit. It's located on the north side of Yellowstone Lake. Here, you can enjoy:
- Camping
- Picnicking
- Swimming at the beach
The south side of Yellowstone Lake is part of the Yellowstone State Wildlife Area. This area is important for protecting local wildlife.
See also
In Spanish: Fayette (Wisconsin) para niños
