Pewaukee, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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Pewaukee Lakefront
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Location of Pewaukee in Waukesha County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Waukesha |
| Area | |
| • Total | 21.22 sq mi (54.97 km2) |
| • Land | 19.49 sq mi (50.48 km2) |
| • Water | 1.73 sq mi (4.48 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 15,914 |
| • Density | 750.62/sq mi (289.81/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
53072
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| Area code(s) | 262 |
| FIPS code | 55-62240 |
Pewaukee is a city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States. In 2020, about 15,914 people lived there. It is part of the larger Milwaukee metropolitan area.
The name "Pewaukee" comes from the name of the nearby village, but its exact meaning is not fully clear. The Village of Pewaukee is completely surrounded by the city.
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History of Pewaukee
The city of Pewaukee was officially formed in 1999. It was created from parts of the former Town of Pewaukee that were not already part of the Village of Pewaukee.
The original "town" area was set up way back on January 13, 1840. This was eight years before Wisconsin became a state!
When people voted to choose the main city for Waukesha County, Waukesha won over Pewaukee by only two votes.
Railroad lines were built through Pewaukee in 1855 and 1885. These lines helped connect the area to other places. Today, these train lines are still used by different railway companies.
Geography of Pewaukee
Pewaukee is located in an area known as the Lake Country of Waukesha County. It is at about 43.06 degrees North and 88.25 degrees West.
The city covers a total area of about 21.15 square miles (54.97 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 19.50 square miles (50.48 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 1.65 square miles (4.48 square kilometers), is water.
Pewaukee's Population
Pewaukee has grown a lot over the years. Here's how its population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 566 | — | |
| 1890 | 680 | 20.1% | |
| 1900 | 714 | 5.0% | |
| 1910 | 749 | 4.9% | |
| 1920 | 800 | 6.8% | |
| 1930 | 1,067 | 33.4% | |
| 1940 | 1,352 | 26.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,792 | 32.5% | |
| 1960 | 2,484 | 38.6% | |
| 1970 | 3,271 | 31.7% | |
| 1980 | 4,637 | 41.8% | |
| 1990 | 4,941 | 6.6% | |
| 2000 | 11,783 | 138.5% | |
| 2010 | 13,195 | 12.0% | |
| 2020 | 15,914 | 20.6% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 13,195 people living in Pewaukee. These people lived in 5,410 households, and 3,883 of these were families. Most residents were White (94.3%), with smaller numbers of African American, Native American, and Asian people. About 2.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in the city was 45.3 years old. About 21.5% of residents were under 18, and 16.3% were 65 or older.
Businesses in Pewaukee
Pewaukee is home to some interesting businesses. Harken, Inc. has its main office here. They make special equipment for sailboats and yachts that is sold all over the world.
The city is also where RumChata was started and is still made today. RumChata is a popular drink.
Education in Pewaukee
The Pewaukee School District has four schools all on one campus. These schools teach students from early childhood all the way up to 12th grade.
- Pewaukee Lake Elementary School: For students from early childhood to 2nd grade.
- Horizon Elementary: For grades 3 through 5.
- Asa Clark Middle School: For grades 6 through 8.
- Pewaukee High School (PHS): For grades 9 through 12.
The school campus has several gyms, a football field with a track, and a soccer field.
Pewaukee also has a private Catholic school called St. Anthony on the Lake. It teaches students from kindergarten to 8th grade.
Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) also has its main campus in Pewaukee. This college offers many different programs for students to learn job skills.
Places of Worship
Pewaukee has many different churches and temples. One of the largest churches in the Milwaukee area, Spring Creek Church, is located here. Other churches include Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church, St. Anthony on the Lake Catholic Church, and many more.
The city also has four temples for Dharmic faiths. These include the Hindu Temple of Wisconsin, the Jain Temple of Wisconsin, the Wisconsin Shirdi Sai, and the BAPS Swaminarayan temple.
Pewaukee Area Historical Society
The Clark House Museum is a cool place to learn about local history. It used to be an inn for travelers on the old Watertown Plank Road. Mosely Clark, whose father Asa Clark was Pewaukee's first settler, built it.
The museum shows what life was like in the early 1900s. You can see exhibits about Native American settlements, especially the Potawatomi people. There are also displays about Waukesha Beach, which was a popular amusement park on Pewaukee Lake. An exhibit building on the museum grounds shows larger items like old farm machines and a mail wagon.
Pewaukee Lake
Pewaukee Lake is a very important part of the town. It is the largest lake in the "Lake Country" area. The lake is about 5 miles (8 kilometers) long and 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) wide at its widest point.
The lake is famous for its sailing races. People also enjoy fishing and boating here. In 2023, Pewaukee Lake even hosted the Muskellunge world championship, which is a big fishing event!
Famous People from Pewaukee
- James R. Barnett, a Wisconsin lawmaker
- Walter G. Caldwell, a Wisconsin lawmaker
- Howard Engle (1919–2009), a doctor
- Elihu Enos, a Wisconsin educator and lawmaker
- Margaret Farrow, a former Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin
- Ody J. Fish, a political leader
- Jack Gohlke, a basketball player
- Benjamin F. Goss, a lawmaker
- Chauncey G. Heath, a Wisconsin lawmaker
- David Koepp, a filmmaker who writes movies
- Chris McIntosh NFL player
- Milan Momcilovic, a basketball player for the Iowa State Cyclones
- Charles Henry Morgan, a U.S. Representative from Missouri
- Adam Neylon, a Wisconsin lawmaker and business owner
- Jessica Powers, a nun and writer
- Alvin J. Redford, a Wisconsin lawmaker and sheriff
- John C. Schafer, a U.S. Representative
- Kevin R. Slates, a U.S. Navy admiral
- William Henry Washburn, a Wisconsin lawmaker
- Derek Watt, a football player for the Pittsburgh Steelers
- J. J. Watt, a football player for the Arizona Cardinals
- T. J. Watt, a football player for the Pittsburgh Steelers
Pewaukee in Media
Pewaukee, Wisconsin, was mentioned in an episode of the TV show House M.D. called "Dying Changes Everything."
See also
In Spanish: Pewaukee (Wisconsin) para niños
