Green Lake County, Wisconsin
Green Lake County is a county located in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. As of the 2020 census, the population was 19,091. The county seat is Green Lake. The county was created in 1858 and named after the Green Lake, the deepest natural inland lake in Wisconsin.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Green Lake County is situated in the central part of Wisconsin. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 380 square miles (980 km²), of which 349 square miles (900 km²) is land and 31 square miles (80 km²) (8.1%) is water.
Adjacent counties[edit | edit source]
- Waushara County - north
- Winnebago County - northeast
- Fond du Lac County - east
- Dodge County - southeast
- Columbia County - southwest
- Marquette County - west
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 19,091 people, 8,000 households, and 5,200 families residing in the county. The population density was 54.7 inhabitants per square mile (21.1/km²). There were 10,000 housing units at an average density of 28.6 per square mile (11.0/km²).
Communities[edit | edit source]
Cities[edit | edit source]
- Berlin (partly in Waushara County)
- Green Lake
Villages[edit | edit source]
Towns[edit | edit source]
Unincorporated communities[edit | edit source]
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Green Lake County is diverse, with agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism being significant contributors. The county is known for its dairy farms, crop production, and food processing industries. Tourism is also a vital part of the economy, with Green Lake being a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other recreational activities.
Education[edit | edit source]
Green Lake County is served by several school districts, including the Berlin Area School District, Green Lake School District, and Princeton School District. Higher education opportunities are available at nearby institutions such as Ripon College and the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
Major highways in Green Lake County include U.S. Route 41, Wisconsin Highway 23, and Wisconsin Highway 49. The county is also served by several county highways and local roads.
Government[edit | edit source]
Green Lake County is governed by a board of supervisors, with representatives elected from various districts within the county. The county government provides a range of services, including law enforcement, public health, and social services.
See also[edit | edit source]
- List of counties in Wisconsin
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Green Lake County, Wisconsin
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