Lyons, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Town of Lyons, Wisconsin
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Location of the Town of Lyons, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Walworth |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34.7 sq mi (89.9 km2) |
| • Land | 34.5 sq mi (89.3 km2) |
| • Water | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km2) |
| Elevation | 814 ft (248 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,648 |
| • Density | 99.8/sq mi (38.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 262 |
| FIPS code | 55-46725 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583618 |
Lyons is a small town located in Walworth County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, about 3,648 people lived there.
Within the town of Lyons, you'll also find two smaller communities: Lyons and Springfield. These are places where people live, but they don't have their own separate local governments like a city or village would.
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History of Lyons
The area now known as Lyons was first created as a town called Hudson on January 23, 1844. This happened when Wisconsin was still a territory, before it became a state.
Geography of Lyons
The town of Lyons covers a total area of about 34.7 square miles (89.9 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 34.5 square miles (89.3 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.2 square miles (0.6 square kilometers), is water.
People of Lyons
In 2000, there were 3,440 people living in the town of Lyons. The population density was about 99.8 people for every square mile.
The people living in Lyons come from different age groups. In 2000:
- About 26.4% of the population was under 18 years old.
- About 6.2% was between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 28.6% was between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 25.6% was between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 13.2% was 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in Lyons was 39 years.
Economy in Lyons
Lyons is home to Wag-Aero, a company that makes parts for airplanes.
Transportation in Lyons
Years ago, Lyons was a stop on a train line called the Racine & Southwestern branch. This line was part of a bigger railroad system known as the Milwaukee Road. However, the train line through Lyons was closed down in the 1980s.
Famous People from Lyons
- William Meadows was a notable person who lived in Lyons. He was a businessman and farmer. He also served as a Wisconsin State Representative and was the chairman of the Lyons Town Board.
See also
In Spanish: Lyons (Wisconsin) para niños
