Vinland, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Vinland, Wisconsin
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Location of Vinland, Wisconsin
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| Country | United States |
| State | Wisconsin |
| County | Winnebago |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.3 sq mi (93.9 km2) |
| • Land | 28.6 sq mi (74.1 km2) |
| • Water | 7.6 sq mi (19.8 km2) |
| Elevation | 814 ft (248 m) |
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| • Total | 1,765 |
| • Density | 62/sq mi (23.8/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 920 |
| FIPS code | 55-82875 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1584333 |
Vinland is a town located in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2010, about 1,765 people lived there. A smaller community called Allenville is also part of Vinland.
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Vinland's Location and Size
Vinland covers a total area of about 93.9 square kilometers (about 36.2 square miles). Most of this area, about 74.1 square kilometers (28.6 square miles), is land. The rest, about 19.8 square kilometers (7.6 square miles), is water. This means a good portion of Vinland's area is made up of lakes or rivers.
Who Lives in Vinland?
Population in 2000
In the year 2000, there were 1,849 people living in Vinland. These people lived in 693 households, and 553 of these were families. On average, there were about 63.7 people per square mile.
Diversity in Vinland
Most of the people living in Vinland in 2000 were White (about 98.65%). A smaller number of residents were African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people identified with two or more races. About 0.49% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Age Groups in Vinland
The population in Vinland was spread out across different age groups:
- About 25.5% of residents were under 18 years old.
- About 5.1% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 27.5% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 30.7% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 11.1% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in Vinland was 40 years old. For every 100 females, there were about 101.4 males.
How People Earn Money
In 2000, the average income for a household in Vinland was $64,338 per year. For families, the average income was $70,000 per year. Men generally earned more than women. The average income per person in the town was $26,033. A small number of families (about 1.9%) and individuals (about 2.4%) lived below the poverty line.
Notable People from Vinland
- Herman E. Manuel: He was a politician and businessman who was born in Vinland.
See also
In Spanish: Vinland (Wisconsin) para niños
