Glenwood City, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Glenwood City, Wisconsin
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The City of 57 Hills
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Location of Glenwood City
in St. Croix County, Wisconsin |
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 Glenwood City, Wisconsin
Location in Wisconsin
Glenwood City, Wisconsin
Location in the United States
Glenwood City, Wisconsin
Location in North America
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| Country | United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | St. Croix |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.47 sq mi (9.00 km2) |
| • Land | 3.47 sq mi (9.00 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,030 ft (314 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 1,242 |
| • Estimate
(2019)
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1,201 |
| • Density | 345.81/sq mi (133.50/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-29625 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1581635 |
Glenwood City is a small city in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, USA. In 2010, about 1,242 people lived there. It is sometimes called the "City of 57 Hills." Glenwood City is also known for hosting the yearly St. Croix County Fair.
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History of Glenwood City
Glenwood City started in 1880. It was once a stop for the Wisconsin Central Railway. This was a train line that helped people travel and move goods. Today, the train line to Glenwood City is no longer used.
Geography and Location
Glenwood City covers about 2.49 square miles (6.45 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Natural Features
The city is located along a stream called Tiffany Creek.
Roads and Highways
Two main roads, Wisconsin Highway 128 and Wisconsin Highway 170, pass through Glenwood City. Other important local roads include County Roads G and X, Oak Street, and Maple Street.
Location within Wisconsin
Glenwood City is physically located inside the larger area of the town of Glenwood. However, Glenwood City is its own separate city. Its exact location is at 45.057220 degrees North and -92.169991 degrees West.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 1,789 | — | |
| 1910 | 954 | −46.7% | |
| 1920 | 779 | −18.3% | |
| 1930 | 771 | −1.0% | |
| 1940 | 811 | 5.2% | |
| 1950 | 778 | −4.1% | |
| 1960 | 835 | 7.3% | |
| 1970 | 822 | −1.6% | |
| 1980 | 950 | 15.6% | |
| 1990 | 1,026 | 8.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,183 | 15.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,242 | 5.0% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 1,201 | −3.3% | |
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In 2010, there were 1,242 people living in Glenwood City. These people lived in 509 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home. About 328 of these households were families.
The average age of people in the city was about 37.7 years old. About 26.7% of the people were under 18 years old. This means many young people and families live in Glenwood City.
Culture and Events
Glenwood City is a lively place with fun events.
St. Croix County Fair
Every July, the city hosts the annual St. Croix County Fair. Fairs are usually a great place for rides, games, food, and seeing local farm animals.
PRCA Rodeo
In June each year, Glenwood City also holds a PRCA Rodeo. A rodeo is a sport where cowboys and cowgirls show off their skills with horses and cattle.
Education in Glenwood City
The public school district in Glenwood City provides education for students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. All these schools are located together in one building complex. Glenwood City High School is the local high school for older students.
See also
In Spanish: Glenwood City (Wisconsin) para niños
