Randall, Wisconsin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Town of Randall, Wisconsin
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Location of the Town of Randall, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Kenosha |
| Area | |
| • Total | 13.9 sq mi (35.9 km2) |
| • Land | 13.2 sq mi (34.2 km2) |
| • Water | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km2) |
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,285 |
| • Density | 241/sq mi (93.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 262 |
| FIPS code | 55-66125 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583994 |
Randall is a small town located in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, about 3,285 people lived there.
Randall is home to the smaller communities of Bassett and Powers Lake. It also completely surrounds the village of Twin Lakes, which is a separate town.
History of Randall
The first person to settle in the area that became the Town of Randall was Daniel T. Eldredge. He arrived in the autumn of 1836 and made his home on Mound Prairie.
Geography and Lakes
Randall covers a total area of about 35.9 square kilometers (or 13.9 square miles). Most of this area, about 34.2 square kilometers (13.2 square miles), is land.
The rest of the area, about 1.7 square kilometers (0.7 square miles), is water. This means that nearly 5% of Randall's total area is made up of water, including its beautiful lakes.
Population and People
Randall has seen its population grow over the years.
- In 2000, there were 2,929 people.
- By 2010, the population increased to 3,180.
- In 2020, the population reached 3,285 people.
Most households in Randall are families, and many have children living at home. The town has a mix of people of all ages, from young children to seniors.
Notable People from Randall
Some important people who have lived in Randall include:
- George H. Kroncke: He served as a state representative for Wisconsin. A state representative is someone elected to speak for the people in their area in the state government.
- John F. Reynolds: He was also a state representative and later became a state senator. A state senator is another elected official who represents people at the state level, often in a different part of the government than representatives.
