Springfield, St. Croix County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Springfield, Wisconsin
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Location of Springfield, St. Croix County, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | St. Croix |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34.4 sq mi (89.0 km2) |
| • Land | 34.2 sq mi (88.7 km2) |
| • Water | 0.1 sq mi (0.4 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,142 ft (348 m) |
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| • Total | 808 |
| • Density | 23.6/sq mi (9.1/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-75950 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1584195 |
Springfield is a town located in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In the year 2000, about 808 people lived there. A small community called Hersey is also part of the town of Springfield.
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About Springfield, Wisconsin
Springfield is a town in the state of Wisconsin. It is known for its quiet, rural setting. The town hall, shown in the image, is a key building in the community.
Where is Springfield Located?
Springfield is found in the western part of Wisconsin. It is part of St. Croix County. The town is located in the Central Time Zone, which means it's usually six hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). During daylight saving time, it shifts to five hours behind UTC.
Springfield's Size and Land
The town of Springfield covers a total area of about 34.4 square miles (89.0 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 34.2 square miles (88.7 square kilometers), is land. A small part, around 0.2 square miles (0.4 square kilometers), is water.
People Living in Springfield
The number of people living in Springfield has changed over the years. In 2000, there were 808 residents. By 2010, the population grew to 932 people. An estimate from 2012 suggested the population was around 942.
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| 2010 | 932 | — | |
| 2012 (est.) | 942 | 1.1% | |
Who Lives in Springfield?
In 2000, there were 808 people living in Springfield. These people lived in 285 households, and 220 of these were families. Most of the people living in Springfield were White (about 95%). There were also smaller groups of Asian, Native American, and African American residents. About 0.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Household Life in Springfield
Many households in Springfield included children under 18. About 67% of households were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.84 people. The average family had about 3.20 people.
Age Groups in Springfield
The population of Springfield includes people of all ages. In 2000, about 27.2% of residents were under 18 years old. About 10.5% were 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were about 109 males.
Income in Springfield
In 2000, the average income for a household in Springfield was about $54,886 per year. For families, the average income was around $56,154. The average income per person in the town was $21,303. A small number of families and individuals lived below the poverty line.
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Location of Springfield, St. Croix County, Wisconsin
