Oak Grove, Pierce County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Oak Grove, Wisconsin
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Location of Oak Grove, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Pierce |
| Area | |
| • Total | 39.8 sq mi (103.1 km2) |
| • Land | 39.3 sq mi (101.7 km2) |
| • Water | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
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| • Total | 2,150 |
| • Density | 54.7/sq mi (21.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-59025 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583842 |
Oak Grove is a town located in Pierce County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2010, about 2,150 people lived there. It is a quiet community known for its natural surroundings.
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Geography of Oak Grove
Oak Grove covers a total area of about 39.8 square miles (103.1 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 39.3 square miles (101.7 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 0.5 square miles (1.4 square kilometers) is water, like small lakes or rivers.
Population and People
How Many People Live Here?
According to the 2010 census, 2,150 people lived in Oak Grove. There were 722 households and 610 families. The population density was about 54.7 people per square mile.
Who Lives in Oak Grove?
Most of the people living in Oak Grove are White. A small number of residents are from other racial backgrounds. About 1.63% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Age Groups
Many families live in Oak Grove. About 39.5% of households had children under 18 years old. Most households, 77.1%, were married couples living together. The average household had almost 3 people.
The population is spread across different age groups. About 29.9% of residents were under 18 years old. About 7.7% were 65 years or older. The average age in Oak Grove was about 39.6 years.
Notable People from Oak Grove
Famous Residents
- Solanus Casey: A well-known Roman Catholic priest, Solanus Casey, was born on a farm near Oak Grove. He was later honored by Pope Francis.
See also
In Spanish: Oak Grove (condado de Pierce, Wisconsin) para niños
