Pepin County, Wisconsin

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Pepin County
U.S. county
Location within the U.S. state of Wisconsin
Location within the U.S. state of Wisconsin
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Wisconsin's location within the U.S.
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Country United States


State Wisconsin
Founded1858
SeatDurand
Area
 • Total249 sq mi (640 km2)
 • Land232 sq mi (600 km2)
 • Water17 sq mi (40 km2)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total7,469
 • Density32.2/sq mi (12.4/km2)
Website[[1] www.co.pepin.wi.us/%20www.co.pepin.wi.us]]


Pepin County is a county located in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. As of the 2020 census, the population was 7,469, making it the fourth-least populous county in Wisconsin. Its county seat is Durand. The county was created in 1858 and named after the French explorer Jean Pepin du Cardonnets.

History[edit | edit source]

Pepin County was established in 1858 from portions of Dunn County. The county is named after Jean Pepin du Cardonnets, a French explorer who was one of the first Europeans to explore the area.

Geography[edit | edit source]

According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 249 square miles (640 km²), of which 232 square miles (600 km²) is land and 17 square miles (44 km²) (6.8%) is water. The county is characterized by its rolling hills, river valleys, and rich agricultural land.

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Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2020 census, there were 7,469 people, 3,000 households, and 2,000 families residing in the county. The population density was 32.2 people per square mile (12.4/km²). The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of other races.

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Government and Politics[edit | edit source]

Pepin County is governed by a board of supervisors, with representatives elected from each of the county's districts. The county government provides various services including law enforcement, road maintenance, and public health.

Education[edit | edit source]

Pepin County is served by several school districts, including the Durand-Arkansaw School District and the Pepin Area School District. The county also has access to higher education institutions in nearby counties.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Major highways in Pepin County include U.S. Highway 10 and Wisconsin Highway 35. The county is also served by several county highways and local roads.

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