Wausaukee, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Wausaukee, Wisconsin
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U.S. Route 141 in Wausaukee, Wisconsin
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Location of Wausaukee in Marinette County, Wisconsin.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Marinette |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.39 sq mi (3.60 km2) |
| • Land | 1.38 sq mi (3.56 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 774 ft (236 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 596 |
| • Density | 433.1/sq mi (167.2/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 715 & 534 |
| FIPS code | 55-84550 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1576328 |
Wausaukee is a small village located in Marinette County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In 2020, the village had a population of 596 people. Wausaukee is part of the larger Marinette, WI–MI Micropolitan Statistical Area.
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History of Wausaukee Village
The name Wausaukee comes from a Menominee word. It means “river in the hills.” This name describes the area well, as a river flows through the village.
The village began in 1863. A man named John S. Monroe bought land and built a mill. This mill helped supply lumber for railroads, which needed wood for bridges.
Monroe's first building was a log cabin. It served as his home and also housed the mill workers. As more people moved to the area, this log cabin grew into an inn. For a long time, it was the only public place to eat north of Green Bay.
On August 19, 2011, an EF1 tornado hit Wausaukee. This type of tornado is considered weak, but it can still cause damage.
Geography and Location
Wausaukee is located at 45°23′N 87°57′W / 45.383°N 87.950°W. This tells us its exact spot on a map.
The village covers a total area of about 1.39 square miles (3.60 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, about 1.38 square miles (3.56 square kilometers). A small part, about 0.01 square miles (0.03 square kilometers), is water.
The Wausaukee River flows through the village. This river eventually joins the larger Menominee River.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 663 | — | |
| 1940 | 655 | −1.2% | |
| 1950 | 612 | −6.6% | |
| 1960 | 608 | −0.7% | |
| 1970 | 557 | −8.4% | |
| 1980 | 648 | 16.3% | |
| 1990 | 656 | 1.2% | |
| 2000 | 572 | −12.8% | |
| 2010 | 575 | 0.5% | |
| 2020 | 596 | 3.7% | |
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Wausaukee Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 575 people living in Wausaukee. These people lived in 275 households. About 145 of these households were families.
Many different types of households lived in the village. Some had children under 18. There were married couples, and also single parents. About 41.8% of all households had just one person living there. Many older adults, aged 65 or more, lived alone.
The average age of people in the village was about 43.3 years old. About 22.8% of residents were under 18. About 22.4% were 65 years or older. The village had a fairly even number of males and females.
Famous People from Wausaukee
- Trixie Mattel, a well-known Folk Singer-Songwriter, businesswoman, Youtuber, and comedian.
- Harlan P. Bird, who served as a Wisconsin State Senator.
- Lyle Mays, a talented jazz pianist and composer. He was part of the Pat Metheny Group.
- Zachary A. Vane, a Washington State Legislator and businessman.
Images for kids
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Municipal building and town hall.
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The Ice Cream Station is a seasonally open destination in downtown Wausaukee.
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U.S. Route 141 in Wausaukee, Wisconsin
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Wausaukee is surrounded by fertile soil and farms.
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City welcome sign
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Looking north while entering Wausaukee
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Post office
See also
In Spanish: Wausaukee (Wisconsin) para niños
