Geneva, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Geneva, Wisconsin
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Town hall in Como
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Location of Geneva, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Walworth |
| Area | |
| • Total | 30.8 sq mi (79.8 km2) |
| • Land | 29.3 sq mi (75.8 km2) |
| • Water | 1.5 sq mi (4.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,014 ft (309 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,390 |
| • Density | 140.0/sq mi (54.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 262 |
| FIPS code | 55-28550 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583261 |
Geneva is a lovely town located in Walworth County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, about 5,390 people called Geneva home. You'll find smaller communities like Como and Lake Como within the town's borders.
Geography of Geneva
Geneva covers a total area of about 30.8 square miles (79.8 square kilometers). Most of this area, around 29.3 square miles (75.8 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 1.5 square miles (4.0 square kilometers) is water. This water area mainly includes Lake Como and Como Creek, which are important natural features of the town.
Geneva's Population
In 2000, about 4,099 people lived in Geneva. There were 1,660 households, with many being families. The town had a population density of about 140 people per square mile. Most residents were White, with smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian people. About 4.66% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The people in Geneva were spread across different age groups. About 22.9% were under 18 years old. Around 16.5% were 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 42 years.
Notable People from Geneva
Many interesting people have lived in or had connections to Geneva. Here are a few:
- Alfred H. Abell: He was a Wisconsin State Representative, meaning he helped make laws for Wisconsin.
- John W. Boyd: He served as a Wisconsin State Senator, another important role in the state government.
- Experience Estabrook: He was the Attorney General of Wisconsin, a top legal official for the state.
- Thomas W. Hill: A farmer and a legislator, he was one of the first people elected to office in Geneva.
- Amzy Merriam: He also served as a Wisconsin State Representative.
- Charles Palmetier: He was a Wisconsin State Senator.
- Benoni Reynolds: He was a Wisconsin State Senator and also served as the mayor of Geneva.
- Amos W. Stafford: He was a Wisconsin State Representative and a member of Geneva's town board.
- Charles Simeon Taylor: This lawyer and legislator was born right here in Geneva.
- William H. H. Wroe: He was another Wisconsin State Representative who lived in the town.
See also
In Spanish: Geneva (Wisconsin) para niños
