Stockholm, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Stockholm, Wisconsin
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Village
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Downtown Stockholm on WIS35
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Location of Stockholm in Pepin County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Pepin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.98 sq mi (2.54 km2) |
| • Land | 0.94 sq mi (2.44 km2) |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
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| • Total | 78 |
| • Density | 68.01/sq mi (26.26/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-77475 |
Stockholm is a small village located in Pepin County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It was founded in 1854 by people who moved there from Karlskoga, Sweden. They decided to name their new home after Stockholm, which is the capital city of Sweden. In 2020, about 78 people lived in this village. Stockholm village is part of the larger Town of Stockholm.
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Village History and Founding
Stockholm was established in 1854 by Swedish immigrants. These early settlers brought their culture and traditions with them. Naming the village after Sweden's capital showed their connection to their homeland. This village is a great example of how different cultures have helped shape the United States.
Population Changes Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 204 | — | |
| 1920 | 207 | 1.5% | |
| 1930 | 205 | −1.0% | |
| 1940 | 179 | −12.7% | |
| 1950 | 124 | −30.7% | |
| 1960 | 106 | −14.5% | |
| 1970 | 99 | −6.6% | |
| 1980 | 104 | 5.1% | |
| 1990 | 89 | −14.4% | |
| 2000 | 97 | 9.0% | |
| 2010 | 66 | −32.0% | |
| 2020 | 78 | 18.2% | |
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The number of people living in Stockholm has changed quite a bit over the years. In 1910, there were 204 residents. The population grew slightly until 1930, when it was 205. After that, the number of people living in the village slowly decreased for many years.
Recent Population Figures
According to the census taken in 2010, Stockholm had 66 residents. There were 36 households, which are groups of people living together. Most of the people living in Stockholm were White.
The average age of people in the village in 2010 was about 59 years old. This means it was a community with many older adults. About 9% of the residents were under 18 years old. Most people were between 45 and 64 years old, making up 45.5% of the population.
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In Spanish: Stockholm (Wisconsin) para niños
