Waterford, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Waterford, Wisconsin
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Location of Waterford in Racine County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Racine |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.55 sq mi (6.61 km2) |
| • Land | 2.44 sq mi (6.33 km2) |
| • Water | 0.11 sq mi (0.28 km2) |
| Elevation | 827 ft (252 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,542 |
| • Density | 2,277.64/sq mi (879.37/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
53185
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| Area code(s) | 262 |
| FIPS code | 55-83850 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1576287 |
Waterford is a small village located in Racine County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, about 5,542 people lived there. It's a friendly place with a mix of nature and community life.
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Waterford's Location and Climate
Waterford covers an area of about 2.68 square miles (6.94 km2). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Weather in Waterford
Waterford experiences all four seasons, which means the weather changes a lot throughout the year. You can expect warm summers, cool autumns, cold winters, and mild springs.
People of Waterford
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 418 | — | |
| 1870 | 545 | 30.4% | |
| 1890 | 448 | — | |
| 1910 | 581 | — | |
| 1920 | 668 | 15.0% | |
| 1930 | 739 | 10.6% | |
| 1940 | 786 | 6.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,100 | 39.9% | |
| 1960 | 1,500 | 36.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,922 | 28.1% | |
| 1980 | 2,051 | 6.7% | |
| 1990 | 2,431 | 18.5% | |
| 2000 | 4,048 | 66.5% | |
| 2010 | 5,368 | 32.6% | |
| 2020 | 5,542 | 3.2% | |
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The village of Waterford has grown quite a bit over the years. In 2018, there were about 5,571 people living in 2,171 homes.
Most people in Waterford are White (about 94%). There are also people from other backgrounds, including Asian, Black or African American, and those of two or more races. About 3.4% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Waterford is around 38 years old. There are slightly more females than males.
Homes and Income
In Waterford, the average home has about 2.61 people living in it. Many homes are owned by married couples. The average rent for a home is about $938 per month. The typical house in Waterford is worth around $194,500.
The average yearly income for families in Waterford is about $77,973. This shows that many families in the village have a good income.
Education Levels
Waterford residents have a good level of education.
- Most adults (over 33%) have finished high school.
- Many (over 20%) have some college education.
- A good number (over 22%) have earned a bachelor's degree.
- Some (over 5%) have even higher degrees, like a master's or doctorate.
Famous People from Waterford
Waterford has been home to several notable people who have achieved success in different fields.
- Sam Alvey: A well-known mixed martial artist.
- Charlie Ganzel: Born in Waterford, he became a professional baseball player in the major leagues.
- Barbara Lawton: She served as the lieutenant governor of Wisconsin, a very important political role.
- Walter J. Rush: A Wisconsin state senator, helping to make laws for the state.
- Lynn E. Stalbaum: He was a U.S. representative, working in the national government.
- Victor Willard: Another Wisconsin state senator from Waterford.
See also
In Spanish: Waterford (Wisconsin) para niños
