La Grange, Walworth County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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La Grange, Wisconsin
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Location of La Grange, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Walworth |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.7 sq mi (92.5 km2) |
| • Land | 34.3 sq mi (88.9 km2) |
| • Water | 1.4 sq mi (3.6 km2) |
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,472 |
| • Density | 71.2/sq mi (27.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 262 |
| FIPS code | 55-41050 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583507 |
La Grange is a town located in Walworth County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, the town had a population of 2,472 people. Several smaller communities are part of the town, including Heart Prairie, La Grange, Lauderdale, Lauderdale Lakes, and Lauderdale Shores.
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History of La Grange
The name "La Grange" comes from the manor of Marquis de la Fayette, a famous French general who helped the United States during the American Revolution. The words "La Grange" mean "the farm" in French.
Geography and Area
La Grange covers a total area of about 35.7 square miles (92.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, which is about 34.3 square miles (88.9 square kilometers). The rest, about 1.4 square miles (3.6 square kilometers), is water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 2,444 | — | |
| 2010 | 2,454 | 0.4% | |
| 2020 | 2,472 | 0.7% | |
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According to the 2020 census, 2,472 people lived in La Grange. The population density was about 71.2 people per square mile.
In 2000, there were 2,444 people living in the town. About 24.3% of the population was under 18 years old. Around 12.4% of the people were 65 years old or older. The average age in the town was 40 years.
Notable People from La Grange
- Everett E. Dow (1853-1929) was a person from La Grange who became a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly. He served in this important government role in 1901.
