Grantsburg, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Grantsburg, Wisconsin
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Location of Grantsburg in Burnett County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Burnett |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.02 sq mi (7.82 km2) |
| • Land | 3.00 sq mi (7.76 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 899 ft (274 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 1,341 |
| • Estimate
(2019)
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1,281 |
| • Density | 427.28/sq mi (164.97/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-30475 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1565752 |
Grantsburg is a small village located in Burnett County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2010, about 1,341 people lived there. The village is part of the larger Town of Grantsburg and was founded by Canute Anderson.
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Exploring Grantsburg's Location and Nature
Grantsburg is found at specific geographic coordinates: 45.780541 degrees North and -92.684718 degrees West.
Land and Water Around Grantsburg
The village covers a total area of about 3 square miles (7.8 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a small part being water.
Grantsburg is built along the Wood River. On the western edge of the village, the river is dammed to create a small body of water called Memory Lake. This lake is a popular spot with a playground and a campsite. The Wood River continues its journey west and south, eventually joining the St. Croix River.
The land around Grantsburg is mostly flat. It has many forests, especially to the north and west. However, there are also large areas of farmland, particularly to the east and south.
Wildlife and Birds
Grantsburg is very close to Crex Meadows Wildlife Area. This is the biggest wildlife area in Wisconsin, making it a great place for nature lovers. Since 2011, Grantsburg has been recognized as a "Wisconsin Bird City." This means the village works to protect birds and their habitats.
Grantsburg's Climate
Grantsburg experiences a wide range of temperatures throughout the year. Summers are warm, while winters are very cold and snowy.
| Climate data for Grantsburg, Wisconsin, 1991–2020 normals, extremes 1950–present | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Record high °F (°C) | 52 (11) |
60 (16) |
82 (28) |
95 (35) |
95 (35) |
99 (37) |
105 (41) |
100 (38) |
95 (35) |
88 (31) |
74 (23) |
60 (16) |
105 (41) |
| Mean maximum °F (°C) | 40.7 (4.8) |
47.3 (8.5) |
62.9 (17.2) |
77.9 (25.5) |
87.3 (30.7) |
91.8 (33.2) |
92.6 (33.7) |
91.2 (32.9) |
86.9 (30.5) |
78.7 (25.9) |
60.9 (16.1) |
43.9 (6.6) |
94.7 (34.8) |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 22.2 (−5.4) |
28.2 (−2.1) |
41.1 (5.1) |
55.5 (13.1) |
69.1 (20.6) |
78.1 (25.6) |
82.4 (28.0) |
80.4 (26.9) |
72.3 (22.4) |
57.5 (14.2) |
40.7 (4.8) |
27.2 (−2.7) |
54.6 (12.5) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 11.7 (−11.3) |
16.6 (−8.6) |
29.5 (−1.4) |
43.1 (6.2) |
56.3 (13.5) |
65.8 (18.8) |
70.2 (21.2) |
68.1 (20.1) |
59.8 (15.4) |
46.3 (7.9) |
31.5 (−0.3) |
18.4 (−7.6) |
43.1 (6.2) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 1.2 (−17.1) |
5.0 (−15.0) |
17.8 (−7.9) |
30.7 (−0.7) |
43.5 (6.4) |
53.4 (11.9) |
58.0 (14.4) |
55.8 (13.2) |
47.3 (8.5) |
35.1 (1.7) |
22.3 (−5.4) |
9.5 (−12.5) |
31.6 (−0.2) |
| Mean minimum °F (°C) | −23.4 (−30.8) |
−17.8 (−27.7) |
−5.7 (−20.9) |
16.6 (−8.6) |
29.5 (−1.4) |
39.4 (4.1) |
47.4 (8.6) |
44.7 (7.1) |
32.0 (0.0) |
21.0 (−6.1) |
4.4 (−15.3) |
−15.1 (−26.2) |
−26.2 (−32.3) |
| Record low °F (°C) | −44 (−42) |
−42 (−41) |
−39 (−39) |
−2 (−19) |
15 (−9) |
29 (−2) |
36 (2) |
32 (0) |
21 (−6) |
7 (−14) |
−24 (−31) |
−40 (−40) |
−44 (−42) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 0.86 (22) |
0.90 (23) |
1.58 (40) |
2.85 (72) |
4.06 (103) |
4.45 (113) |
4.60 (117) |
4.45 (113) |
3.67 (93) |
3.17 (81) |
1.81 (46) |
1.37 (35) |
33.77 (858) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 10.8 (27) |
8.9 (23) |
8.4 (21) |
3.5 (8.9) |
0.1 (0.25) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.0 (0.0) |
0.5 (1.3) |
8.1 (21) |
11.9 (30) |
52.2 (132.45) |
| Average precipitation days (≥ 0.01 in) | 8.3 | 6.2 | 7.6 | 10.6 | 12.3 | 13.2 | 11.4 | 10.5 | 10.8 | 10.8 | 7.8 | 9.2 | 118.7 |
| Average snowy days (≥ 0.1 in) | 7.0 | 5.2 | 3.9 | 1.5 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.4 | 4.1 | 7.5 | 29.6 |
| Source 1: NOAA | |||||||||||||
| Source 2: National Weather Service | |||||||||||||
People Living in Grantsburg
The population of Grantsburg has changed over the years. Here's how it has grown:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 101 | — | |
| 1890 | 410 | 305.9% | |
| 1900 | 612 | 49.3% | |
| 1910 | 721 | 17.8% | |
| 1920 | 781 | 8.3% | |
| 1930 | 777 | −0.5% | |
| 1940 | 874 | 12.5% | |
| 1950 | 931 | 6.5% | |
| 1960 | 900 | −3.3% | |
| 1970 | 930 | 3.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,153 | 24.0% | |
| 1990 | 1,144 | −0.8% | |
| 2000 | 1,369 | 19.7% | |
| 2010 | 1,341 | −2.0% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 1,281 | −4.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
Grantsburg's Population in 2010
According to the census in 2010, 1,341 people lived in Grantsburg. There were 567 households, which are groups of people living together.
Most residents (94.6%) were White. Other groups included African American (1.0%), Native American (1.3%), and Asian (0.5%). About 1.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 27.5% of households had children under 18. The average household had 2.28 people. The average age of people in the village was 43.1 years. About 23.5% of residents were under 18, and 23% were 65 or older.
Getting Around Grantsburg
Grantsburg has its own airport, Grantsburg Municipal Airport (KGTG), which serves the village and nearby areas.
Several main roads pass through Grantsburg. These include Wisconsin Highway 70, and also Highway 48 and Highway 87, which run together for a part of their route.
Fun and Events in Grantsburg
Grantsburg is known for a unique event called snowmobile skipping, also known as snowmobile watercross. This exciting sport involves snowmobiles racing across water! Grantsburg held one of the first snowmobile skipping events in 1977. Today, it still hosts the annual International Watercross Association (IWA) Championship every July.
Famous People From Grantsburg
Grantsburg has been home to several notable individuals:
- Anne Carlsen (1915–2002) – She was an educator and a strong supporter of disability rights. She also spoke to audiences around the world.
- Gus Johnson (1995–) – He is a well-known comedian, filmmaker, and YouTuber.
- Leo Chenal (2000-) – He is a professional football player, a linebacker for the Kansas City Chiefs.
Images for kids
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Downtown Grantsburg over Memory Lake
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Grantsburg Historical Museum
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C Gerald Hedlund field at Grantsburg Municipal Airport (GTG)
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See also
In Spanish: Grantsburg (Wisconsin) para niños
