Tennyson, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Tennyson, Wisconsin
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Village
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US-61 and Wis-133 junction in town
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Location of Tennyson in Grant County, Wisconsin.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Grant |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.43 sq mi (1.12 km2) |
| • Land | 0.43 sq mi (1.12 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 932 ft (284 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 348 |
| • Density | 809/sq mi (310.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 608 |
| FIPS code | 55-79250 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1575312 |
Tennyson is a small village located in Grant County, Wisconsin, in the United States. It was originally known as Dutch Hollow. In 2020, about 348 people lived there.
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Where is Tennyson Located?
Tennyson is found at specific coordinates: 42.687731 degrees North and 90.685990 degrees West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The village covers a total area of about 0.42 square miles (1.12 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the village limits.
How Many People Live in Tennyson?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 211 | — | |
| 1960 | 314 | 48.8% | |
| 1970 | 402 | 28.0% | |
| 1980 | 476 | 18.4% | |
| 1990 | 378 | −20.6% | |
| 2000 | 370 | −2.1% | |
| 2010 | 355 | −4.1% | |
| 2020 | 348 | −2.0% | |
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In 2010, the village had 355 residents living in 144 households. Most people in Tennyson were White. A very small number were Native American.
Many households, about one-third, had children under 18 living with them. More than half of the households were married couples. Some households were led by a single parent. About a quarter of all households were individuals living alone.
The average age in Tennyson in 2010 was about 44 years old. About 24% of residents were under 18. About 22% were 65 or older. The number of males and females was almost equal.
Who Are Some Famous People from Tennyson?
- John M. Walsh, who became a state senator in Iowa, was born in Tennyson.
Images for kids
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A view of the village of Tennyson, Wisconsin.
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A map showing Tennyson's location in Grant County, Wisconsin.
