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Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin
County
Fond du Lac County City/County Government Center.
Fond du Lac County City/County Government Center.
Official seal of Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin
Seal
Map of Wisconsin showing Fond du Lac County
Map of Wisconsin showing Fond du Lac County
Wisconsin's location in the contiguous United States
Wisconsin's location in the contiguous United States
Incorporated 1839
Named for French term meaning 'farthest end of the lake'.
County seat Fond du Lac
Largest city Fond du Lac
Municipalities
33 (total)
3 cities
21 towns
9 villages
Government
 • Type County
 • Body Board of Supervisors
Area
 • Total 1,980 km2 (766 sq mi)
 • Land 1,900 km2 (720 sq mi)
 • Water 120 km2 (46 sq mi)
Area rank 40th largest county in Wisconsin
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 104,154
 • Estimate 
(2023)
 103,948 Decrease
 • Rank 16th largest county in Wisconsin
 • Density 55.9/km2 (144.7/sq mi)
Time zone UTC−6 (Central)
 • Summer (DST) UTC−5 (Central)
ZIP Code
54971, 53931, 53919, 53946, 53963, 54964, 54932, 54974, 53065, 53006, 54979, 54937, 54935, 53048, 53010, 53040, 53011, 53019, 53057, 53079, 53049, 53061, 53014
Area codes 920
Congressional districts 6th
Interstates I-41.svg
U.S. Highways US 41.svg US 45.svg US 151.svg
State Routes WIS 23.svg WIS 26.svg WIS 44.svg WIS 49.svg WIS 67.svg WIS 175.svg
Airports Fond du Lac County Airport
Waterways Fond du Lac River
Milwaukee River
Rock River
Sheboygan River
Lake Winnebago
Website www.fdlco.wi.gov

Fond du Lac County is a county located in the state of Wisconsin, United States. In 2020, about 104,154 people lived here. The main city and county seat is Fond du Lac.

The county was created in 1836 when Wisconsin was still a territory. It was officially organized in 1844. The name "Fond du Lac" comes from French words meaning "bottom of the lake." This name was chosen because the county is located at the southern end of Lake Winnebago. Fond du Lac County is also part of a larger area called the Fond du Lac, Wisconsin Metropolitan Statistical Area. A special area known as The Holyland is found in the northeastern part of the county.

Exploring Fond du Lac County's Geography

Fond du Lac County covers a total area of about 766 square miles. Most of this area, 720 square miles, is land. The remaining 46 square miles (about 6%) is covered by water.

Neighboring Counties Around Fond du Lac

Fond du Lac County shares its borders with several other counties:

Protected Natural Areas

Part of the Horicon National Wildlife Refuge is located within Fond du Lac County. This refuge helps protect wildlife and their habitats.

Travel and Transportation in Fond du Lac County

Getting around Fond du Lac County is easy thanks to its many roads and transportation options.

Main Highways and Routes

Many important roads pass through the county, connecting it to other parts of Wisconsin and beyond.

  • I-41.svg Interstate 41
  • US 41.svg U.S. Highway 41
  • US 45.svg U.S. Highway 45
  • US 151.svg U.S. Highway 151
  • WIS 23.svg Highway 23 (Wisconsin)
  • WIS 26.svg Highway 26 (Wisconsin)
  • WIS 44.svg Highway 44 (Wisconsin)
  • WIS 49.svg Highway 49 (Wisconsin)
  • WIS 67.svg Highway 67 (Wisconsin)
  • WIS 175.svg Highway 175 (Wisconsin)

Railroads Serving the County

Trains also play a role in transportation. The county is served by:

Bus Services

For public transport, people can use:

  • Fond du Lac Area Transit
  • Intercity bus services

Local Airport

The Fond du Lac County Airport (FLD) helps connect the county by air. It serves the local community and nearby areas.

Understanding Fond du Lac County's Climate

Weather chart for Fond du Lac County
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-8
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68
 
-7
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85
 
4
-6
 
 
151
 
17
2
 
 
126
 
23
6
 
 
142
 
25
14
 
 
94
 
28
16
 
 
90
 
24
14
 
 
80
 
22
11
 
 
125
 
15
7
 
 
65
 
5
-2
 
 
70
 
-3
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temperatures in °C
precipitation totals in mm
Imperial conversion
J F M A M J J A S O N D
 
 
2.9
 
18
10
 
 
2.7
 
19
9
 
 
3.3
 
39
21
 
 
5.9
 
63
36
 
 
5
 
73
43
 
 
5.6
 
77
57
 
 
3.7
 
82
61
 
 
3.5
 
75
57
 
 
3.1
 
72
52
 
 
4.9
 
59
45
 
 
2.6
 
41
28
 
 
2.8
 
27
14
temperatures in °F
precipitation totals in inches

Fond du Lac County experiences a typical Midwestern climate. This means it has warm summers and cold, snowy winters. The climate chart above shows average temperatures and rainfall throughout the year.

Population and People of Fond du Lac County

Historical population
Census Pop. %±
1840 139 —
1850 14,510 10,338.8%
1860 34,154 135.4%
1870 46,273 35.5%
1880 46,859 1.3%
1890 44,088 −5.9%
1900 47,589 7.9%
1910 51,610 8.4%
1920 56,119 8.7%
1930 59,883 6.7%
1940 62,353 4.1%
1950 67,829 8.8%
1960 75,085 10.7%
1970 84,567 12.6%
1980 88,964 5.2%
1990 90,083 1.3%
2000 97,296 8.0%
2010 101,633 4.5%
2020 104,154 2.5%
U.S. Decennial Census
1790–1960 1900–1990
1990–2000 2010–2020

The population of Fond du Lac County has grown a lot over the years. In 1840, only 139 people lived here. By 2020, the population had grown to 104,154 people.

Population Details from the 2020 Census

In 2020, the county had a population of 104,154. There were about 144.7 people living per square mile. The county had 45,740 housing units.

The people living in Fond du Lac County come from many different backgrounds:

  • 88.0% were White.
  • 2.3% were Black or African American.
  • 1.2% were Asian.
  • 0.5% were Native American.
  • 3.0% were from other races.
  • 5.0% were from two or more races.

About 6.4% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.

Cities, Towns, and Villages in Fond du Lac County

Fond du Lac County is made up of many different communities. These include cities, villages, and towns.

Fond du Lac Wisconsin Lighthouse
Fond du Lac Lighthouse in Lakeside Park
FondduLacCountyWisconsinFarm
Farming in western Fond du Lac County

Cities in the County

Villages in the County

Towns in the County

Census-Designated Places (CDPs)

These are areas that are like towns but are not officially incorporated as cities or villages.

Unincorporated Communities

These are smaller communities that are not part of any city, village, or town government.

FondDuLacWisconsinCountyFairgrounds
Grandstands for the Fond du Lac County Fair

High Schools in Fond du Lac County

Students in Fond du Lac County attend several public high schools:

  • Campbellsport High School
  • Fond Du Lac High School
  • Horace Mann High School
  • Ripon High School

Images for kids

  • USA Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin age pyramid

    This chart shows the age groups of people in Fond du Lac County from the 2000 Census.

See also

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