Wolf River, Winnebago County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Wolf River, Wisconsin
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Town hall
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| Motto(s):
A River Flows Through
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Location of Wolf River, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Winnebago |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.1 sq mi (93.4 km2) |
| • Land | 28.8 sq mi (74.7 km2) |
| • Water | 7.2 sq mi (18.7 km2) |
| Elevation | 751 ft (229 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,189 |
| • Density | 41/sq mi (15.9/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-88475 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1584469 |
Wolf River is a town located in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, in the United States. As of the 2010 census, about 1,189 people lived there. Some smaller communities, like Orihula and Zittau, are also part of the town. The community of Metz is partly located here too.
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About Wolf River
Wolf River is a quiet place in Wisconsin. It's known for its natural beauty, especially the water areas. The town's motto, "A River Flows Through," hints at its connection to the local waterways.
Where is Wolf River Located?
Wolf River is in the eastern part of Wisconsin. It's part of Winnebago County. The town is in the Central Time Zone, which is the same time zone as Chicago.
How Big is Wolf River?
The total area of Wolf River is about 93.4 square kilometers (about 36.1 square miles). A large part of this area is land, around 74.7 square kilometers (28.8 square miles). The rest, about 18.7 square kilometers (7.2 square miles), is water. This means a good portion of the town is covered by lakes, rivers, or other water bodies.
People of Wolf River
In 2000, there were 1,223 people living in Wolf River. The town had 515 households, with many of them being families. Most people living in Wolf River are White.
Who Lives in Wolf River?
The people in Wolf River come from different age groups. In 2000, about 20% of the population was under 18 years old. About 16.6% of the people were 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 45 years. This shows a mix of younger families and older residents.
Households and Families
Many households in Wolf River are made up of married couples. About 23.3% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.37 people, and the average family had about 2.79 people.
See also
In Spanish: Wolf River (condado de Winnebago, Wisconsin) para niños
