Marquette County, Wisconsin

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Marquette County
U.S. county
Location within the U.S. state of Wisconsin
Wisconsin's location within the U.S.
Coordinates:
Country	United States
State	Wisconsin
Founded	1836
Seat	Montello
Largest city	Montello
Area
• Total	464 sq mi (1,200 km2)
• Land	456 sq mi (1,180 km2)
• Water	8.2 sq mi (21 km2)
Population  (2020)
• Total	15,592
• Density	34/sq mi (13/km2)
Website	[[1] www.co.marquette.wi.us/%20www.co.marquette.wi.us]]

Marquette County is a county located in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. As of the 2020 census, the population was 15,592. Its county seat is Montello.

History

Marquette County was created in 1836 from the Wisconsin Territory. It was named after Jacques Marquette, a French Jesuit missionary who explored the region in the 17th century. The county has a rich history of agriculture and has been a significant contributor to the state's dairy industry.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 464 square miles (1,200 km²), of which 456 square miles (1,180 km²) is land and 8.2 square miles (21 km²) (1.8%) is water. The county is characterized by its rolling hills, lakes, and rivers.

Adjacent counties

• Waushara County - north
• Green Lake County - east
• Columbia County - south
• Adams County - west

Major highways

• Interstate 39
• U.S. Route 51
• Wisconsin Highway 22
• Wisconsin Highway 23
• Wisconsin Highway 73

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, there were 15,592 people, 6,800 households, and 4,200 families residing in the county. The population density was 34 people per square mile (13/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of other races.

Communities

City

• Montello

Villages

• Endeavor
• Neshkoro
• Oxford
• Westfield

Towns

• Buffalo
• Crystal Lake
• Douglas
• Harris
• Mecan
• Montello
• Moundville
• Neshkoro
• Newton
• Oxford
• Packwaukee
• Shields
• Springfield
• Westfield

Unincorporated communities

• Briggsville
• Harrisville
• Lawrence
• Manchester

Government

Marquette County is governed by a board of supervisors, with each supervisor representing one of the county's districts. The board is responsible for setting policy and overseeing the county's various departments and services.

Education

The county is served by several school districts, including the Montello School District, Westfield School District, and Wisconsin Dells School District. Higher education opportunities are available in nearby counties.

Economy

The economy of Marquette County is primarily based on agriculture, with dairy farming being a significant industry. Other economic activities include manufacturing, retail, and tourism, particularly related to the county's natural attractions.

Attractions

Marquette County is home to several parks, lakes, and recreational areas. Popular destinations include Buffalo Lake, Montello Granite Quarry, and John Muir Memorial County Park.

See also

• List of counties in Wisconsin
• National Register of Historic Places listings in Marquette County, Wisconsin

External links

• Marquette County official website

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