Francis Creek, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Francis Creek, Wisconsin
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| Nickname(s):
French Crick
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Location of Francis Creek in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Manitowoc |
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| • Total | 1.14 sq mi (2.94 km2) |
| • Land | 1.14 sq mi (2.94 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 659 |
| • Density | 563.38/sq mi (217.44/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-27125 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1565246 |
Francis Creek is a small village in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, about 659 people lived there. It is part of the larger town of Kossuth.
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A Look Back: History of Francis Creek
The village of Francis Creek got its name from a nearby stream also called Francis Creek. The first post office in the area opened in 1850. This was a big step for the community back then.
Where is Francis Creek? Geography
Francis Creek is located in Wisconsin at these coordinates: 44.202728 degrees North and 87.722047 degrees West.
The United States Census Bureau says the village covers a total area of about 1.18 square miles (3.06 square kilometers). All of this area is land. The village is located just east of Interstate 43, a major highway.
Who Lives Here? Population Facts
The number of people living in Francis Creek has changed over the years. Here's how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 492 | — | |
| 1980 | 589 | 19.7% | |
| 1990 | 562 | −4.6% | |
| 2000 | 681 | 21.2% | |
| 2010 | 669 | −1.8% | |
| 2020 | 659 | −1.5% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 669 people living in Francis Creek. These people lived in 277 different homes. The village had about 567 people per square mile (219 people per square kilometer).
Most people in the village were White (97.6%). About 22.4% of the residents were under 18 years old. Around 14.3% were 65 years old or older. The average age in the village was 39.3 years.
Fun Times: Village Events
Francis Creek hosts some exciting events each year that bring the community together.
Annual Rummage Sale
Every year, on the first weekend of June, the entire village holds a big rummage sale. It's a great chance to find treasures! The local Lions Club also sets up a food tent at Wagner's Restaurant. This restaurant is located at the corner of South Packer Drive and Forest Home Drive.
French Creek Days Festival
Another big event is French Creek Days, held on the second weekend in July. This festival is one of the largest in the area. People from many nearby towns come to enjoy the fun. A main attraction is the tractor and truck pulls, where powerful vehicles show off their strength.
Images for kids
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Welcome sign
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Looking east at Francis Creek
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Looking north in downtown Francis Creek
See also
In Spanish: Francis Creek (Wisconsin) para niños
