French Island, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
French Island, Wisconsin
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Location of French Island, Wisconsin
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | La Crosse |
| Town | Campbell |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.52 sq mi (6.53 km2) |
| • Land | 2.02 sq mi (5.24 km2) |
| • Water | 0.50 sq mi (1.29 km2) |
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,207 |
| • Density | 2,081/sq mi (803.3/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
54603 (La Crosse)
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| Area code(s) | 608 |
| FIPS code | 55-27875 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2393013 |
French Island is a special kind of community called a census-designated place (CDP). It is located in La Crosse County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2010, about 4,207 people lived there.
French Island is on an island of the same name. However, the island and the CDP are not exactly the same size. A small part of the island is actually part of the city of La Crosse. The entire island is part of the larger La Crosse metropolitan area. French Island is also part of the town of Campbell. Almost everyone in the town of Campbell lives on French Island.
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Where is French Island Located?
French Island is in the western part of La Crosse County. It is surrounded by water that connects to the mighty Mississippi River.
- To the west, you'll find French Slough, French Lake, and Lake Onalaska.
- To the east, there's the Black River and Richmond Bay.
Two parts of the dam that create Lake Onalaska also connect to French Island. One part is at the start of French Lake, and the other holds back the Black River. The neighborhood of West La Crosse is in the southern part of French Island.
How Big is French Island?
According to the United States Census Bureau, the French Island CDP covers about 2.520 square miles (6.53 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 2.022 square miles (5.24 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.498 square miles (1.29 square kilometers), is water. The entire island itself has a land area of about 11.781 square kilometers (4.549 square miles).
Who Lives on French Island?
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 2000 | 4,410 | — |
| 2010 | 4,207 | −4.6% |
In the year 2000, there were 4,410 people living in French Island. By 2010, the population had slightly decreased to 4,207 people.
Most people living here are White. There are also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. Some people are from Hispanic or Latino backgrounds.
In 2000, about 31.4% of homes had kids under 18 living there. The average household had about 2.51 people. The average age of people living on French Island was 40 years old.
What is the Economy Like?
An important part of the local economy is the French Island Generating Plant. This power plant is located at the southern end of French Island. It helps produce electricity for the area.
How Do People Get Around?
French Island is connected to the mainland by roads and bridges.
- You can reach it by car using the I-90 Mississippi River Bridge.
- Another way is from North La Crosse using the Clinton Street Bridge. This bridge is at the very southern tip of the island.
- There's also the La Crosse West Channel Bridge. This bridge connects Barron Island to La Crescent, Minnesota, which is about four miles downstream.
For public transportation, La Crosse MTU offers bus service. You can take a bus from French Island to North La Crosse.
The La Crosse Regional Airport is also located on the northern part of French Island. It is within the city limits of La Crosse.
Who are Some Famous People from French Island?
- Dan Kapanke is a businessman and a politician.
- Ron Kind is a lawyer and also a politician.
See also
In Spanish: French Island (Wisconsin) para niños
