Marshall, Richland County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Marshall, Wisconsin
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Marshall Town Hall
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Location of Marshall, Richland County, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Richland |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.0 sq mi (93.4 km2) |
| • Land | 36.0 sq mi (93.4 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,004 ft (306 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 600 |
| • Density | 16.6/sq mi (6.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 608 |
| FIPS code | 55-49600 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583663 |
Marshall is a small town located in Richland County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2000, about 600 people lived there. A small community called Gillingham is also part of the town. There was once a "ghost town" named McGrew here too.
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Marshall's History
Marshall was named after two brothers, Harvey and John Marshall. They were among the first settlers here, arriving in 1851.
Where is Marshall?
Marshall is located in Wisconsin. The United States Census Bureau says the town covers about 36 square miles (93.3 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Marshall?
In 2000, the town of Marshall had 600 residents. There were 211 households, with 163 of them being families.
Families and Households
About 40% of the households in Marshall had children under 18 living with them. Most households, around 70%, were married couples living together.
Age of Residents
The people in Marshall were spread across different age groups. About 30% of the population was under 18 years old. Around 14% of the residents were 65 years or older. The average age in Marshall was 38 years.
People from Marshall
Some notable people have lived in Marshall:
- Elihu Bailey was a Wisconsin State Representative. He was also a preacher and a teacher. He served as the Chairman and a justice of the peace in the town.
- William M. Fogo was a Wisconsin State Representative and a newspaper editor. He also lived in Marshall.
See also
In Spanish: Marshall (condado de Richland, Wisconsin) para niños
