Sumner, Jefferson County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Town of Sumner, Wisconsin
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Town hall in Busseyville
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Location of the Town of Sumner, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Jefferson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 31.3 sq mi (81.0 km2) |
| • Land | 16.3 sq mi (42.2 km2) |
| • Water | 15.0 sq mi (38.9 km2) |
| Elevation | 774 ft (236 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 832 |
| • Density | 26.58/sq mi (10.272/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 55-78475 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1584252 |
Sumner is a small town located in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2010, about 832 people lived there.
Several smaller communities are part of the Town of Sumner. These include Lake Koshkonong, Busseyville, Carcajou, Glenn Oaks Beach, Koshkonong Manor, and North Shore. Part of Blackhawk Island is also located in the town.
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Exploring Sumner's Location and Size
Sumner covers a total area of about 31.3 square miles (81.0 square kilometers). A large part of this area is water. About 15.0 square miles (38.9 square kilometers) of the town is covered by water, while 16.3 square miles (42.2 square kilometers) is land. This means almost half of Sumner is water!
Who Lives in Sumner?
In the year 2000, there were 904 people living in Sumner. The town had about 55 people per square mile. Most people living in Sumner were white. A small number of residents were Native American or Asian.
Age Groups in Sumner
The people in Sumner come from all age groups. In 2000, about 1 in 5 people were under 18 years old. About 16% of the population was 65 years or older. The average age in Sumner was 43 years old.
Famous People from Sumner
Sumner has been home to some interesting people.
Charles Hammarquist
Charles Hammarquist was a farmer and a merchant. He also served as a state legislator, which means he helped make laws for Wisconsin.
The Kumlien Family
- Ludwig Kumlien was born in Busseyville, a community within Sumner. He became a famous ornithologist, someone who studies birds. He was also a professor at Milton College.
- His father, Thure Kumlien, was a Swedish-American ornithologist. He lived on a farm near Busseyville.
Fun Things to Do in Sumner
Sumner is known for its beautiful natural features and history.
Lake Koshkonong
The town borders Lake Koshkonong, which is one of the biggest lakes in Wisconsin. It's a great place for water activities.
Ancient Indian Mounds
Sumner is also famous for having many Indian mounds. These are ancient earth structures built by Native American people long ago. They are an important part of the area's history.
See also
In Spanish: Sumner (condado de Jefferson, Wisconsin) para niños
