Saxon (CDP), Wisconsin facts for kids
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Saxon, Wisconsin
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Location in Iron County and the state of Wisconsin.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Iron |
| Town | Saxon |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.215 sq mi (3.15 km2) |
| • Land | 1.215 sq mi (3.15 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,119 ft (341 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 90 |
| • Density | 74/sq mi (28.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
54559
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| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1573758 |
Saxon is an unincorporated census-designated place located in the town of Saxon, Iron County, Wisconsin, United States. Saxon is located on Wisconsin Highway 122 11 miles (18 km) west-northwest of Hurley. Saxon has a post office with ZIP code 54559. As of the 2010 census, its population is 90.
History
A post office called Saxon has been in operation since 1887. The community was named after the Saxons, the ancient German people. Joseph J. Defer (1866-1929) served as postmaster of Saxon from 1904 to 1914 and as sheriff of Iron County. He owned a general store and sawmill. Defer served in the Wisconsin Assembly in 1919 and 1920.
See also
In Spanish: Saxon (condado de Iron) para niños
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