Westford, Dodge County, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Westford, Wisconsin
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Location of Westford, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Dodge |
| Area | |
| • Total | 34.8 sq mi (90.1 km2) |
| • Land | 30.2 sq mi (78.1 km2) |
| • Water | 4.6 sq mi (12.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,400 |
| • Density | 46.4/sq mi (17.9/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 55-85650 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1584406 |
Westford is a town located in Dodge County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In the year 2000, about 1,400 people lived there. Two small communities, South Randolph and Lost Lake, are also found partly within the town of Westford.
About Westford
Westford covers a total area of about 34.8 square miles (90.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, which is about 30.2 square miles (78.1 square kilometers). The rest, about 4.6 square miles (12.0 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Westford?
According to the 2000 census, 1,400 people called Westford home. There were 551 households, which are groups of people living together. Most households were families, with many being married couples.
The people living in Westford were of different ages. About 22.5% were under 18 years old. Around 30.4% were between 25 and 44 years old. The median age, which is the middle age of all the people, was 41 years old.
Notable People from Westford
- Joseph Biel was a well-known person who lived in Westford. He was a farmer and a businessman. He also worked as a politician, helping to make decisions for the community.
See also
In Spanish: Westford (condado de Dodge, Wisconsin) para niños
