Sumpter, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Town of Sumpter, Wisconsin
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Location of the Town of Sumpter, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Sauk |
| Area | |
| • Total | 37.8 sq mi (97.9 km2) |
| • Land | 37.7 sq mi (97.6 km2) |
| • Water | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km2) |
| Elevation | 860 ft (262 m) |
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| • Total | 1,055 |
| • Density | 27.1/sq mi (10.5/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 608 |
| FIPS code | 55-78525 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1584254 |
| Website | http://townofsumpter.org/ |
The Town of Sumpter is a community located in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States. It is a small town with a rich history and a close-knit community.
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History of Sumpter
The Town of Sumpter was not always known by its current name. It was first called "Kingston." However, there was another community in Wisconsin already named Kingston. This caused confusion.
When the Civil War began, the town's name was changed. It was renamed "Sumter" to honor the Battle of Fort Sumter. This battle was a very important event at the start of the war.
But, a mistake happened when the name was put on an early map. The spelling was changed from "Sumter" to "Sumpter." This is how the town got its unique name today.
Geography of Sumpter
Sumpter is located in a beautiful part of Wisconsin. The town covers a total area of about 37.8 square miles (97.9 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 37.7 square miles (97.6 square kilometers), is land.
A small part of the town, about 0.1 square miles (0.3 square kilometers), is water. This means Sumpter is mostly land, with very little water area.
Population and People
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| 2020 | 1,055 | — | |
In 2020, about 1,055 people lived in the Town of Sumpter. This means there are about 27 people living in each square mile of land.
In 2000, there were 1,021 people living in the town. There were 402 households, which are groups of people living together. Many of these households were families.
About 31.6% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.5 people. The average family had about 3 people.
The population of Sumpter includes people of all ages. In 2000, about 26.7% of the people were under 18 years old. About 13.2% of the people were 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 34 years old.
Famous People from Sumpter
Several notable people have connections to the Town of Sumpter. They have made important contributions in different fields.
- John R. Hofstatter: He was born in Sumpter, when it was still called Kingston. He later became a Wisconsin State Representative. This means he helped make laws for the state of Wisconsin.
- William W. Perry: He also lived in Sumpter. He served as a Wisconsin State Representative, working to represent the people of his area.
- Robert G. Siebecker: Born in Sumpter, he became a very important judge. He was the Chief Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. This is the highest court in Wisconsin.
- Fred W. Zantow: He was born in Sumpter and later became a Wisconsin State Senator. Senators also help create laws for the state.
Important Places in Sumpter
The Town of Sumpter is home to some interesting buildings and structures.
- Badger Army Ammunition Plant: This was once a large factory that made ammunition for the military. It is no longer in operation.
- Forevertron: This is a very unique and large metal sculpture. It was created by an artist named Dr. Evermor. It is a popular spot for visitors.
