Maiden Rock, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Maiden Rock, Wisconsin
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Downtown Maiden Rock
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Location of Maiden Rock in Pierce County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Pierce |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.21 sq mi (3.13 km2) |
| • Land | 1.21 sq mi (3.12 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,135 ft (346 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 119 |
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(2019)
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117 |
| • Density | 97.10/sq mi (37.49/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-48200 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1568900 |
Maiden Rock is a small village in Pierce County, Wisconsin, United States. It's a quiet place with a population of 119 people, according to the 2010 census. The village is part of the larger Town of Maiden Rock.
The Story Behind the Name
This village gets its name from a tall cliff, also called "Maiden Rock," located just south of the village. There's a famous legend about this cliff. It tells the story of Winona, the daughter of a Dakota Sioux chief named Red Wing. The nearby town of Red Wing, Minnesota, is named after him.
The legend says that Winona fell in love with a warrior from the rival Chippewa tribe. Her father, Chief Red Wing, did not approve and had her lover killed. Heartbroken, Winona bravely jumped from the cliff. Today, a special plaque stands near the base of the cliff. It helps everyone remember the legend and why the village has its unique name.
Where is Maiden Rock?
Maiden Rock is located at 44°33′40″N 92°18′34″W / 44.56111°N 92.30944°W. It's a small area, covering about 1.18 square miles (or 3.06 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a tiny bit of water.
Population Facts
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 319 | — | |
| 1890 | 343 | 7.5% | |
| 1900 | 304 | −11.4% | |
| 1910 | 337 | 10.9% | |
| 1920 | 293 | −13.1% | |
| 1930 | 311 | 6.1% | |
| 1940 | 291 | −6.4% | |
| 1950 | 269 | −7.6% | |
| 1960 | 189 | −29.7% | |
| 1970 | 172 | −9.0% | |
| 1980 | 172 | 0.0% | |
| 1990 | 146 | −15.1% | |
| 2000 | 121 | −17.1% | |
| 2010 | 119 | −1.7% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 117 | −1.7% | |
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In 2010, the village of Maiden Rock had 119 people living in 50 households. About 34% of these households had children under 18. The average age of people in the village was about 40 years old. The population density was around 101.7 people per square mile. Most residents were White, with a small percentage of Asian and people of two or more races.
Images for kids
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Downtown Maiden Rock
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The sign for Maiden Rock
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Masonic building
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Wis-35 and the BNSF Railway run through town
See also
In Spanish: Maiden Rock (Wisconsin) para niños
