Glencoe, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Glencoe, Wisconsin
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Glencoe Town Hall
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Location of Glencoe, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Buffalo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 44.7 sq mi (115.7 km2) |
| • Land | 44.5 sq mi (115.2 km2) |
| • Water | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 485 |
| • Density | 11/sq mi (4.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 55-29375 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583280 |
Glencoe is a small town located in Buffalo County, which is part of the state of Wisconsin. In 2010, the town had a population of 485 people. There is also a small community called Glencoe located within the town's borders.
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Exploring Glencoe's Location
Glencoe is situated in a beautiful part of Wisconsin. The United States Census Bureau helps us understand its size.
How Big is Glencoe?
The total area of Glencoe is about 115.7 square kilometers (which is about 44.7 square miles). Most of this area is land, covering 115.2 square kilometers (about 44.5 square miles). A small part, about 0.5 square kilometers (0.2 square miles), is water.
Who Lives in Glencoe?
Let's look at the people who call Glencoe home. In the year 2000, there were 478 people living in the town.
Understanding the Population
- Most people in Glencoe are White.
- A small number of people are from two or more different backgrounds.
- Some residents identify as Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
In 2000, there were 171 households in Glencoe. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Out of these, 133 were families.
- Many households (about 38.6%) had children under 18 living with them.
- Most families (about 70.2%) were married couples living together.
- Some households (about 20.5%) were made up of just one person.
Age Groups in Glencoe
The people in Glencoe come from all different age groups.
- About 28.9% of the population was under 18 years old.
- About 8.6% of the population was 65 years old or older.
- The average age in the town was 37 years old.
Important People from Glencoe
Some individuals have played a special role in the history of Glencoe.
George Cowie's Contribution
- George Cowie lived in Glencoe.
- He was important because he helped organize the town.
See also
In Spanish: Glencoe (Wisconsin) para niños
