Dodge County, Wisconsin

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Dodge County is a county located in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. As of the 2020 census, the population was 89,396. The county seat is Juneau. The county was created in 1836 and organized in 1844.

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Dodge County was established in 1836 as part of the Wisconsin Territory. It was named after Henry Dodge, the first governor of the Wisconsin Territory. The county was organized in 1844, with Juneau as the county seat.

Geography[edit | edit source]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 907 square miles (2,350 km²), of which 876 square miles (2,270 km²) is land and 31 square miles (80 km²) (3.4%) is water. The county is characterized by its rolling hills, lakes, and rivers.

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As of the 2020 census, there were 89,396 people, 34,753 households, and 23,456 families residing in the county. The population density was 102 people per square mile (39/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of other races.

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Education[edit | edit source]

Dodge County is served by several school districts, including the Beaver Dam Unified School District, Horicon School District, and Waupun Area School District. Higher education institutions include Moraine Park Technical College.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Dodge County is diverse, with significant contributions from agriculture, manufacturing, and retail. The county is known for its dairy farms and cheese production.

Government[edit | edit source]

Dodge County is governed by a Board of Supervisors, which consists of representatives from various districts within the county. The county government provides services such as law enforcement, public health, and infrastructure maintenance.

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