Hales Corners, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Hales Corners, Wisconsin
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Location of Hales Corners in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Milwaukee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.20 sq mi (8.28 km2) |
| • Land | 3.19 sq mi (8.27 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 781 ft (238 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,720 |
| • Density | 2,370.61/sq mi (915.37/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
53130, 53131, 53132
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| Area code(s) | 414 |
| FIPS code | 55-32075 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1565971 |
Hales Corners is a village located in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States. It is a smaller town, or suburb, near the larger city of Milwaukee. In 2020, about 7,720 people lived there.
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History of Hales Corners
The land where Hales Corners is today was once claimed by France, then Britain. Later, in 1783, it became part of the Northwest Territory of the United States.
Native American History
The Potawatomi Native American tribe lived on this land for a long time. They were the main tribe in southeast Wisconsin. They had large villages and grew important crops like beans, squash, and corn. The Potawatomi also traded furs. They learned to speak French and English, and some even married Europeans. Sadly, the Potawatomi were forced to leave their land in 1838.
Early Settlers and Naming
In the 1830s and 1840s, more settlers arrived. Many of these new families came from New England. Three families named Hale were among them. The village of Hales Corners got its start in 1837. That's when Seneca Hale claimed land there. The village was named after his brother, William Hale. William became the first Postmaster (the person in charge of the post office) in 1854.
Village Fairs
In the mid-1800s, Hales Corners became known for its monthly fairs. These fairs began when a special plank road was built. This road connected Janesville to Milwaukee and passed right through the village. At first, the fairs were places where people traded horses. Over time, they grew into a market for farmers. They would trade pigs, cattle, and sheep there.
Geography of Hales Corners
Hales Corners is in the southwestern part of Milwaukee County. It shares borders with several other towns. To the north is Greenfield. To the east is Greendale. To the south is Franklin. To the west, it borders New Berlin and Muskego, which are in Waukesha County.
Size and Elevation
The village covers about 3.22 square miles (8.34 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a small amount of water. Hales Corners is about 781 feet (238 meters) above sea level.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 5,549 | — | |
| 1970 | 7,771 | 40.0% | |
| 1980 | 7,110 | −8.5% | |
| 1990 | 7,623 | 7.2% | |
| 2000 | 7,765 | 1.9% | |
| 2010 | 7,692 | −0.9% | |
| 2020 | 7,720 | 0.4% | |
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The population of Hales Corners has changed over the years. In 1960, about 5,549 people lived there. By 2020, the population had grown to 7,720.
2010 Census Information
According to the census from 2010, there were 7,692 people living in Hales Corners. These people lived in 3,301 households. A household is like a home where people live together.
- Population Density: About 2,396 people lived in each square mile.
- Housing: There were about 3,505 homes or housing units.
- Diversity: Most residents (94.7%) were White. Other groups included African American (1.0%), Native American (0.5%), and Asian (1.7%). About 4.3% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
- Households:
- About 27.3% of households had children under 18.
- Nearly half (49.1%) were married couples living together.
- Some households (31.6%) had only one person living there.
- About 14.6% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone.
- Age: The average age in the village was 43.9 years old.
- About 20.8% of residents were under 18.
- About 18.5% were 65 or older.
- Gender: The population was made up of 47.6% males and 52.4% females.
Education in Hales Corners
The Whitnall School District serves the students in Hales Corners.
Elementary Schools
- Edgerton Elementary School
- Hales Corners Elementary School
Private Schools
- Hales Corners Lutheran School
- Messiah Lutheran School
- St. Mary Parish School
Higher Education
- Sacred Heart School of Theology (a school for religious studies)
Places to Visit
Hales Corners has several interesting places to explore:
- Boerner Botanical Gardens: A beautiful place with many different kinds of plants and flowers.
- Audacy Milwaukee studios: This is where radio stations like WMYX, WSSP, and WXSS broadcast from.
- Hales Corners Chamber of Commerce: An organization that helps local businesses.
- Hales Corners Historical Society: This group helps preserve the history of the village. It includes the W. Ben Hunt Cabin.
- Hales Corners Library: A place to find books and learn.
- Hales Corners Lutheran Church
- St. Mary Catholic Church
- Hales Corners Speedway: A place where car races are held.
Famous People from Hales Corners
Many notable people have connections to Hales Corners:
- Zeke Dombrowski: A soccer player.
- Alyson Dudek: An Olympian who won a bronze medal in short track speed skating.
- W. Ben Hunt (1888–1970): An educator and author.
- Gordon Gano: The lead singer of the rock band Violet Femmes.
- Jim Gantner: A professional baseball player in MLB.
- Barbara Lawton: A former Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin.
- Paul and Tom Poberezny: Important figures in aviation, known for their work with the Experimental Aircraft Association. They are in the National Aviation Hall of Fame.
- Roy Reiman: The person who started Reiman Publications, a publishing company.
- James A. Rutkowski: A Wisconsin State Representative.
- Bill Schroeder: A catcher who played for the Milwaukee Brewers and California Angels baseball teams.
- Wilfred Schuele: A Wisconsin State Senator.
See also
In Spanish: Hales Corners para niños
