Omro, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Omro, Wisconsin
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Looking East at downtown Omro on Hwy 21
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Location of Omro in Winnebago County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Winnebago |
| Settled | 1842 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayoral |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.57 sq mi (6.65 km2) |
| • Land | 2.44 sq mi (6.32 km2) |
| • Water | 0.13 sq mi (0.34 km2) 6.75% |
| Elevation | 758 ft (231 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 3,517 |
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(2019)
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3,583 |
| • Density | 1,469.65/sq mi (567.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
54963
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| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-59875 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1576330 |
Omro is a city in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, United States. It is located along the Fox River. About 3,517 people lived there in 2010. Omro is about 10 miles west of Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
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History of Omro: A Journey Through Time
Early Days and Naming Omro
The area where Omro is today was once land of the Winnebago Indian tribe. French explorers first visited in 1639. Omro was a good place to settle because it had natural ways to travel and lots of water for factories. The first modern settlers arrived in 1847.
There are different stories about how Omro got its name. One popular idea is that it was named after Charles Amereau. He was a French trader and blacksmith who started a fur trading post there.
Omro's Growth and Industries
By 1880, Omro was an important stop on the railroad line. It had a population of over 2,000 people. The city was home to the county fairgrounds and many businesses. These included several mills, a glass factory, and places that made carriages and machines.
Over time, most of these factories moved to nearby Oshkosh or closed down.
Revitalization and Honoring the Past
In 1986, Omro started a plan to make the city better. Since then, it has grown. Several projects help remember Omro's history. These include a historical walking tour and the Scott Park pavilion project. A special historic downtown area has also been created.
Geography: Where Omro is Located
Omro is located at 44°2′20″N 88°44′24″W / 44.03889°N 88.74000°W.
The city covers a total area of about 2.52 square miles (6.53 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 2.35 square miles (6.09 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.17 square miles (0.44 square kilometers), is water.
Population: Who Lives in Omro
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 1,838 | — | |
| 1880 | 1,476 | −19.7% | |
| 1890 | 1,232 | −16.5% | |
| 1900 | 1,358 | 10.2% | |
| 1910 | 1,285 | −5.4% | |
| 1920 | 1,042 | −18.9% | |
| 1930 | 1,255 | 20.4% | |
| 1940 | 1,401 | 11.6% | |
| 1950 | 1,470 | 4.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,991 | 35.4% | |
| 1970 | 2,341 | 17.6% | |
| 1980 | 2,763 | 18.0% | |
| 1990 | 2,836 | 2.6% | |
| 2000 | 3,177 | 12.0% | |
| 2010 | 3,517 | 10.7% | |
| 2019 (est.) | 3,583 | 1.9% | |
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Omro's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 3,517 people living in Omro. There were 1,419 households and 937 families. The city had about 1,497 people per square mile (578 people per square kilometer).
Most people in Omro (96.6%) were White. About 3.3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
In Omro, 33.7% of households had children under 18. About 50.9% were married couples living together. The average household had 2.43 people. The average family had 2.98 people.
The average age in the city was 38.8 years old. About 25.1% of residents were under 18. About 14.6% were 65 years or older.
Places of Worship in Omro
Omro has several churches for different faiths:
- Messiah Evangelical Lutheran Church
- Grace Lutheran Church
- First Presbyterian Church
- St. Mary's Catholic Church
- River of Life Fellowship (a non-denominational church)
Notable People from Omro
Many interesting people have come from Omro. Here are a few:
- Nelson F. Beckwith, a person involved in politics
- Gordon R. Bradley, a person involved in politics
- Merritt L. Campbell, a person involved in politics
- Frank Challoner, a person involved in politics
- Leroy S. Chase, a person involved in politics
- Walter G. Hollander, a person involved in politics
- Andy Jorgensen, a person involved in politics
- Alvin B. Koeneman, a high-ranking leader in the United States Navy
- Louis Leroy, a professional baseball player
- Olin B. Lewis, a person involved in politics
- Sharon Metz, a person involved in politics
- Alvin E. O'Konski, a person involved in politics
- Delbert Philpott, a soldier and scientist
- Roland W. Reed, an artist and photographer
- Thomas A. Roycraft, a person involved in politics
- Reuben Gold Thwaites, a historian (someone who studies history)
Images for kids
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Intersection of Hwy 116 and Hwy 21
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Looking west at downtown Omro on Hwy 21
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Along Highway 21 in winter
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The Omro High School, Annex and Webster Manual Training School in Omro, Wisconsin along Hwy 116. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
See also
In Spanish: Omro (Wisconsin) para niños
