Fox Lake, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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Downtown Fox Lake in February 2009
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Location of Fox Lake in Dodge County, Wisconsin.
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Location in Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Dodge |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.62 sq mi (4.20 km2) |
| • Land | 1.57 sq mi (4.06 km2) |
| • Water | 0.05 sq mi (0.14 km2) |
| Elevation | 919 ft (280 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,604 |
| • Density | 990/sq mi (381.9/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-27000 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583225 |
Fox Lake is a small city in Wisconsin, United States. It is located in Dodge County. In 2020, about 1,604 people lived there. The city is part of the larger Town of Fox Lake.
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History of Fox Lake
Fox Lake was first settled in 1838. It was the very first settlement in Dodge County. The first people to live here were Winnebago Indians. They called the area "Hosh-a-rac-ah-tah," which means "good land." The name Fox Lake came later. It might be named after a Winnebago Indian called Big Fox. He once saved a lost trapper. Another idea is that it's simply the English translation of the Indian name for the area.
Geography and Location
Fox Lake is located at 43°33'45" North and 88°54'35" West.
The city covers a total area of about 1.61 square miles (4.20 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.56 square miles (4.06 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.05 square miles (0.14 square kilometers), is water.
A large lake, also called Fox Lake, is found just north of the city. This lake is quite big, covering 2,713 acres.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 1,178 | — | |
| 1870 | 1,086 | −7.8% | |
| 1880 | 955 | −12.1% | |
| 1890 | 814 | −14.8% | |
| 1900 | 890 | 9.3% | |
| 1910 | 851 | −4.4% | |
| 1920 | 1,012 | 18.9% | |
| 1930 | 901 | −11.0% | |
| 1940 | 1,016 | 12.8% | |
| 1950 | 1,153 | 13.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,181 | 2.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,242 | 5.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,373 | 10.5% | |
| 1990 | 1,269 | −7.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,454 | 14.6% | |
| 2010 | 1,519 | 4.5% | |
| 2020 | 1,604 | 5.6% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, the city had 1,519 people living in 663 households. There were 400 families. The population density was about 973.7 people per square mile.
Most people in Fox Lake were White (98.0%). A small number were African American (0.3%), Native American (0.3%), or Asian (0.3%). About 2.4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 27.6% of households had children under 18. Many households (45.7%) were married couples. The average household had 2.28 people. The average family had 2.86 people.
The average age in Fox Lake was 42.5 years. About 20.9% of residents were under 18. About 16.7% were 65 or older. The city had slightly more males (52.0%) than females (48.0%).
Arts and Culture in Fox Lake
Annual Events and Celebrations
The Bunny Berigan Jazz Jubilee is a special event held every May. It celebrates the famous jazz trumpeter Bunny Berigan. The festival started in 1973. It lasts for three days and features many musicians and presentations about Berigan's life.
Local Tourism and History
In 1983, Wisconsin's largest archaeology discovery happened in Fox Lake. You can see items from this dig and learn about local history at the Fox Lake Historical Museum. This museum is inside the old 1884 Fox Lake Railroad Depot.
The Depot is a very important building. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Inside, you can see a model of the Loop & Junction railroad. There is also a working blacksmith shop. You can also see models of a Congregational Church and a Sinclair Gas Station.
Education in Fox Lake
Public Schools
Fox Lake is part of the Waupun School District. This district includes several schools. Some of these are SAGES, Meadow View Primary, Rock River Intermediate, and Waupun High School. SAGES, which stands for School for Agriculture and Environmental Studies, is located right in Fox Lake.
Private Schools
St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church and School is a private school in Fox Lake. It teaches both boys and girls. This school is connected with the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod.
Libraries
The Fox Lake Public Library serves the community. It is a great place to find books and learn new things.
City Infrastructure
Correctional Facility
The Fox Lake Correctional Institution is located in Fox Lake. It is a state facility for adults. The Wisconsin Department of Corrections operates this institution.
Notable People from Fox Lake
Many interesting people have connections to Fox Lake:
- Bunny Berigan: A famous jazz trumpeter who considered Fox Lake his hometown.
- Willis G. Calderwood: A politician from Minnesota known for his progressive ideas.
- Harley Sanford Jones: A general in the U.S. Air Force.
- Stoddard Judd: A physician and politician.
- William E. Smith: The 14th Governor of Wisconsin.
Gallery
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Fox Lake skyline
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Water tower
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Sign on WIS 33
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Fire station
See also
In Spanish: Fox Lake (Wisconsin) para niños
