Iola (town), Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Iola
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 Iola
Location in Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Waupaca |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34.5 sq mi (89.3 km2) |
| • Land | 33.6 sq mi (87.1 km2) |
| • Water | 0.8 sq mi (2.2 km2) |
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| • Total | 818 |
| • Density | 23.725/sq mi (9.160/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
Iola is a small town located in Waupaca County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In the year 2000, about 818 people lived there. Part of the Village of Iola is also found within the town's borders. Long ago, there was even a "ghost town" called Petersville in the area.
One of the most exciting events in Iola is its annual car show. It happens every July and brings in a huge crowd. More than 130,000 people visit Iola for this special event each year!
Geography of Iola
Iola covers a total area of about 34.5 square miles (89.3 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 33.6 square miles (87.1 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.8 square miles (2.2 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Iola?
In 2000, there were 818 people living in Iola. These people lived in 328 different homes. Many of these homes were families, with 245 families living in the town.
About 30% of the homes had children under 18 years old living there. Most homes were married couples living together. Some people lived alone, especially those aged 65 or older.
The people in Iola come from different backgrounds. Most residents are White. A small number of people are Native American, Asian, or from other backgrounds. Some residents are also of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
The average age of people in Iola in 2000 was 42 years old. About a quarter of the population was under 18. Another quarter was between 25 and 44 years old. About 15% of the people were 65 or older.
See also
In Spanish: Iola (condado de Waupaca, Wisconsin) para niños
