Reedsville, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Reedsville, Wisconsin
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Location of Reedsville in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Manitowoc |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.22 sq mi (3.16 km2) |
| • Land | 1.22 sq mi (3.15 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 827 ft (252 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,195 |
| • Density | 944.03/sq mi (364.60/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
54230
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| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-66875 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1572174 |
Reedsville is a small village located in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It's a friendly community where about 1,195 people lived according to the 2020 census.
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History of Reedsville
How Reedsville Got Its Name
The village of Reedsville was named after a man named Judge George Reed. He and his partner, Jacob Lueps, bought a large piece of land in the area.
Early Days and Growth
In 1854, Judge Reed and Jacob Lueps had the land carefully measured and mapped out. A surveyor named George Wimpf created a plan for the village with 56 blocks.
The very first people to live in this area were French Canadians and Menomonee Indians. Later, many new families came to settle here from countries like Germany, Bohemia, and Ireland. Reedsville officially became a village in 1892. At that time, about 510 people called it home.
Where is Reedsville Located?
Reedsville is found in the state of Wisconsin. It covers a total area of about 1.25 square miles (3.2 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits.
How Many People Live in Reedsville?
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| 1880 | 140 | — | |
| 1900 | 428 | — | |
| 1910 | 550 | 28.5% | |
| 1920 | 571 | 3.8% | |
| 1930 | 617 | 8.1% | |
| 1940 | 729 | 18.2% | |
| 1950 | 691 | −5.2% | |
| 1960 | 830 | 20.1% | |
| 1970 | 994 | 19.8% | |
| 1980 | 1,134 | 14.1% | |
| 1990 | 1,182 | 4.2% | |
| 2000 | 1,187 | 0.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,206 | 1.6% | |
| 2020 | 1,195 | −0.9% | |
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The number of people living in Reedsville has changed over the years. In 1880, there were only 140 residents. By 2010, the population grew to 1,206 people. The most recent count in 2020 showed 1,195 residents.
Who Lives in Reedsville?
In 2010, there were 1,206 people living in Reedsville. Most residents were White, making up about 90.5% of the population. About 2.1% were Native American, and 6.5% were from other racial backgrounds. Around 7.8% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The village had 472 households. Many of these were families, with 57% being married couples. About 32.4% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.56 people.
The average age of people in Reedsville in 2010 was 37.4 years old. About 27% of the residents were under 18.
Famous People from Reedsville
Some notable people who have connections to Reedsville include:
- Daniel Fischer, a politician from Wisconsin.
- Walter E. Gregory (1857–1918), a doctor.
- Fred C. Maertz, another Wisconsin politician.
- Thomas A. Sullivan, also a Wisconsin politician.
Images for kids
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Reedsville Fire Station Museum
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Reedsville High School
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Reedsville Public School
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Reedsville Village Hall
