Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Fontana-on-Geneva Lake, Wisconsin
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Village
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"Fontana"
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Location of Fontana-on-Geneva Lake in Walworth County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Walworth |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.39 sq mi (8.77 km2) |
| • Land | 3.35 sq mi (8.67 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,120 |
| • Density | 519.86/sq mi (200.73/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
53125
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| Area code(s) | 262 |
| FIPS code | 55-26350 |
Fontana-on-Geneva Lake is a lovely village located right on the shores of Geneva Lake in Walworth County, Wisconsin, United States. People often just call it "Fontana." In 2020, about 3,120 people lived here.
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Where is Fontana-on-Geneva Lake?
Fontana-on-Geneva Lake is found at coordinates 42.544288 degrees north and -88.566010 degrees west. It's a beautiful spot in Wisconsin.
The village covers a total area of about 3.39 square miles (8.77 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 3.35 square miles (8.67 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.04 square miles (0.10 square kilometers), is water, which includes parts of Geneva Lake.
Who Lives in Fontana-on-Geneva Lake?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 385 | — | |
| 1940 | 461 | 19.7% | |
| 1950 | 726 | 57.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,326 | 82.6% | |
| 1970 | 1,464 | 10.4% | |
| 1980 | 1,764 | 20.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,635 | −7.3% | |
| 2000 | 1,754 | 7.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,672 | −4.7% | |
| 2020 | 3,120 | 86.6% | |
The number of people living in Fontana-on-Geneva Lake has changed over the years. In 1930, there were 385 residents. By 2020, the population had grown to 3,120 people.
A Look at the 2010 Population
In 2010, there were 1,672 people living in the village. These people lived in 732 households, and 491 of these were families. The village had about 499 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Fontana-on-Geneva Lake in 2010 were White (97.9%). A small number were Asian (0.7%), Native American (0.1%), or from other backgrounds. About 2.1% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (59.4%) were married couples living together. About 23.1% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.28 people, and families had about 2.82 people.
The average age of people in the village in 2010 was 50.6 years old. About 19.1% of residents were under 18. Many residents (36.7%) were between 45 and 64 years old. The village had slightly more females (51.9%) than males (48.1%).
Fun Things to Do
Fontana-on-Geneva Lake is a great place for recreation, especially because of its location on Geneva Lake.
- The Abbey Resort is a popular place to stay and enjoy the lake.
- The Lake Geneva Yacht Club is a hub for sailing and boating activities.
See also
In Spanish: Fontana-on-Geneva Lake para niños
