Lawrence, Brown County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Lawrence, Wisconsin
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Town Hall and Fire Station
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Location in Brown County and the state of Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Brown |
| Area | |
| • Total | 16.0 sq mi (41.5 km2) |
| • Land | 15.4 sq mi (39.9 km2) |
| • Water | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km2) |
| Elevation | 663 ft (202 m) |
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| • Total | 6,306 |
| • Density | 278/sq mi (107.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-42900 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583534 |
Lawrence is a town located in Brown County, which is part of the U.S. state of Wisconsin. In 2020, about 6,306 people lived here. This was more than the 4,284 people counted in 2010. A small community called Little Rapids is also found within the town of Lawrence.
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About Lawrence, Wisconsin
Where is Lawrence Located?
The town of Lawrence is found along the west side of the Fox River. It shares borders with several other places. To the northwest is the village of Hobart. To the west, you'll find the town of Kaukauna in Outagamie County.
On the northeast, Lawrence is next to the village of Ashwaubenon and the city of De Pere. The Fox River runs along its southeast side. To the south, it borders the town of Wrightstown.
How Big is Lawrence?
According to the United States Census Bureau, the total area of Lawrence is about 41.5 square kilometers (16.0 square miles). Most of this area is land, covering about 39.9 square kilometers (15.4 square miles). The remaining part, about 1.6 square kilometers (0.6 square miles), is water. This means about 3.97% of the town's area is water.
People of Lawrence
Population Overview
In 2000, there were 1,548 people living in Lawrence. These people made up 531 households, with 448 of them being families. The population density was about 100.4 people per square mile. There were also 546 housing units available.
Most people living in Lawrence in 2000 were White. A small number of residents were African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people identified with two or more races. A small percentage of the population was of Hispanic or Latino background.
Families and Age Groups
Many households in Lawrence had children under 18 living with them. Most households were married couples living together. A smaller number were single-parent households or individuals living alone. The average household had about 2.92 people. Families, on average, had about 3.15 people.
The population of Lawrence included people of all ages. About 29.5% were under 18 years old. About 32.0% were between 25 and 44 years old. The median age in the town was 36 years. This means half the people were younger than 36 and half were older.
Religion in Lawrence
A traditional Catholic church called St. Michael's Church is located near the Fox River. It is run by the Society of Saint Pius X.
Notable People from Lawrence
- Gustav J. Zittlow, who was a farmer and a state legislator in Wisconsin, was born in Lawrence.
See also
In Spanish: Lawrence (Brown) para niños
