Sturtevant, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Sturtevant, Wisconsin
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Location of Sturtevant in Racine County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Racine |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.11 sq mi (10.63 km2) |
| • Land | 4.10 sq mi (10.63 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
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| • Total | 6,919 |
| • Density | 1,620.86/sq mi (625.78/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
53177
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| Area code(s) | 262 |
| FIPS code | 55-77925 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1575001 |
Sturtevant is a village located in Racine County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, about 6,919 people lived there. It's a small community with an interesting past and important connections to transportation.
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History of Sturtevant
Sturtevant has had a few different names over the years! It was first called Parkersville. This name came from the Parker family, who were some of the first people to settle in the area.
Later, it was known as Western Union Junction and also Corliss. The name Corliss was linked to a company called Brown Corliss Engine Company, which was located in Milwaukee.
The name Sturtevant was chosen in 1923. This happened when the B. F. Sturtevant Company opened a factory there. This company was based in Massachusetts.
Where is Sturtevant Located?
Sturtevant is found at these coordinates: 42 degrees, 41 minutes, 56 seconds North and 87 degrees, 53 minutes, 57 seconds West.
The village covers a total area of about 4.19 square miles (10.63 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the village limits.
People Living in Sturtevant
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 525 | — | |
| 1920 | 564 | 7.4% | |
| 1930 | 746 | 32.3% | |
| 1940 | 803 | 7.6% | |
| 1950 | 1,176 | 46.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,488 | 26.5% | |
| 1970 | 3,376 | 126.9% | |
| 1980 | 4,130 | 22.3% | |
| 1990 | 3,803 | −7.9% | |
| 2000 | 5,287 | 39.0% | |
| 2010 | 6,970 | 31.8% | |
| 2020 | 6,919 | −0.7% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 6,970 people living in Sturtevant. These people lived in 2,103 households, with 1,373 of them being families. The village had about 1,663 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Sturtevant were White (78.8%). About 15.9% were African American, and smaller groups were Native American, Asian, or from other backgrounds. About 6.1% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in the village was 35.8 years old. About 18.1% of residents were under 18 years old.
Businesses and Jobs
Sturtevant is home to several important businesses. The biggest employer in the village is Ruud Lighting, which is part of a company called CREE.
Other major employers include BRP US Inc., Andis Company, and the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. These companies provide many jobs for the people living in and around Sturtevant.
Getting Around Sturtevant
Sturtevant is an important place for transportation, especially for trains and planes.
Train Travel
Sturtevant used to be a key meeting point for two main train lines of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad. This railroad was often called the Milwaukee Road. One line went north and south, and the other went east and west.
Today, the Canadian Pacific Railway operates trains on these tracks. You can also catch an Amtrak train in Sturtevant. The Amtrak station is located on Wisconsin Highway 20. It connects Sturtevant to other cities like Racine, Kenosha, and areas south of Milwaukee.
Air Travel
For air travel, Sturtevant is served by the Sylvania Airport (C89). This airport helps people and businesses connect to other places by air.
Schools in Sturtevant
Children in Sturtevant attend schools that are part of the Racine Unified School District. Most students go to Schulte Elementary School. Some students attend West Ridge Elementary School.
After elementary school, all students in Sturtevant go to Mitchell K-8 School. Then, they attend Case High School for their high school education.
Sturtevant Community Facility
Sturtevant has a facility that helps people get back into the community. It's called the Sturtevant Transitional Facility. This facility helps people learn new skills and participate in programs like work release and community service. It helps them become responsible members of the community again.
Fun Places to Visit
- Western Union Junction Railroad Museum: This museum is a great place to learn about the history of trains and railroads in the area.
- Sturtevant Amtrak Station: You can visit this station to see trains come and go, or to catch a ride to another city!
See also
In Spanish: Sturtevant (Wisconsin) para niños
