Monticello, Green County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Monticello, Wisconsin
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Historic plaques in Monticello
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Location of Monticello in Green County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| Counties | Green |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.21 sq mi (3.13 km2) |
| • Land | 1.19 sq mi (3.09 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 837 ft (255 m) |
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| • Total | 1,192 |
| • Density | 985/sq mi (380.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 608 |
| FIPS code | 55-54000 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583746 |
| Website | http://www.monticello-wi.com |
Monticello is a small village located in Green County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,192 people lived here. It is a quiet place known for its friendly community.
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About Monticello's Location
Monticello is a small area. It covers about 1.18 square miles (3.06 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a tiny part, about 0.01 square miles (0.03 square kilometers), is water.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Monticello has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at its population history:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 156 | — | |
| 1890 | 407 | 160.9% | |
| 1900 | 559 | 37.3% | |
| 1910 | 671 | 20.0% | |
| 1920 | 677 | 0.9% | |
| 1930 | 644 | −4.9% | |
| 1940 | 716 | 11.2% | |
| 1950 | 792 | 10.6% | |
| 1960 | 789 | −0.4% | |
| 1970 | 870 | 10.3% | |
| 1980 | 1,021 | 17.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,140 | 11.7% | |
| 2000 | 1,146 | 0.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,217 | 6.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,192 | −2.1% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 1,217 people living in Monticello. They lived in 538 homes. About 32% of these homes had children under 18. Most people were White. A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 2% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in the village was about 39 years old. Almost 25% of the residents were under 18. About 13% were 65 or older. There were slightly more females than males.
Local News
The local newspaper for Monticello is called the Post Messenger Recorder. It comes out once a week.
Well-Known People from Monticello
Some people who became important in government or business lived in Monticello:
- Orrin Bacon – He was a lawmaker and also worked as a miller.
- Eugene Clark – He also served as a lawmaker.
- Ray H. Schoonover – He was a lawmaker and a businessman.
- Christ M. Stauffer – Another person who became a lawmaker.
Education in Monticello
Students in the area attend Monticello High School. It is the main high school for the village.
Images for kids
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Historic plaques in Monticello
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Location of Monticello in Green County, Wisconsin.
See also
In Spanish: Monticello (Wisconsin) para niños
