Wausau, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Wausau, Florida
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| Town of Wausau | |
Wausau United States Post Office
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| Motto(s):
"Possum Capital of the World"
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Location in Washington County and the state of Florida
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Florida |
| County | Washington |
| Settled | c. Late 1800s |
| Incorporated | 1963 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor-Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.15 sq mi (2.98 km2) |
| • Land | 1.15 sq mi (2.98 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 371 |
| • Density | 322.33/sq mi (124.47/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
32463
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| Area code(s) | 850 |
| FIPS code | 12-75450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0292952 |
Wausau is a small town located in Washington County, Florida, in the Florida Panhandle. It's in the northern part of Florida. In 2020, about 371 people lived there. It is also part of the larger Panama City area.
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Exploring Wausau's Location
Wausau is found in the Florida Panhandle. You can find it by looking at its coordinates: 30.632273 degrees North and 85.589266 degrees West.
The main road through Wausau is Florida State Road 77. This road goes north about 11 miles (18 km) to Chipley, which is the main town in Washington County. If you go south on the same road, you'll reach Panama City after about 36 miles (58 km).
The town of Wausau covers a total area of about 1.1 square miles (2.9 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water.
Wausau's Weather Patterns
The weather in Wausau is known for having hot and humid summers. The winters are usually mild, meaning they are not too cold. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate.
Wausau's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 288 | — | |
| 1980 | 347 | 20.5% | |
| 1990 | 313 | −9.8% | |
| 2000 | 398 | 27.2% | |
| 2010 | 383 | −3.8% | |
| 2020 | 371 | −3.1% | |
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The number of people living in Wausau changes over time. In 2010, there were 383 people. By 2020, the population had slightly decreased to 371 people.
Who Lives in Wausau?
The United States Census Bureau collects information about people living in different areas. This helps us understand the community better.
In 2020, there were 371 people living in Wausau. These people made up 172 households, and 92 of these were families.
The table below shows the different groups of people living in Wausau based on the 2010 and 2020 censuses. It helps us see how the community has changed.
| Race | People in 2010 | People in 2020 | Percentage in 2010 | Percentage in 2020 |
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| White (Not Hispanic) | 358 | 330 | 93.47% | 88.95% |
| Black or African American (Not Hispanic) | 3 | 4 | 0.78% | 1.08% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (Not Hispanic) | 3 | 0 | 0.78% | 0.00% |
| Asian (Not Hispanic) | 3 | 1 | 0.78% | 0.27% |
| Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian (Not Hispanic) | 0 | 0 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| Some other race (Not Hispanic) | 0 | 3 | 0.00% | 0.81% |
| Two or more races (Not Hispanic) | 10 | 22 | 2.61% | 5.93% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 6 | 11 | 1.57% | 2.96% |
| Total | 383 | 371 |
Fun Local Events
Wausau is known as the "Possum Capital of the World"! Every year, the town celebrates with the Wausau Possum Festival. This festival is a fun event that celebrates the Virginia opossum, a common animal in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Wausau (Florida) para niños
