Pepin County, Wisconsin

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Pepin County

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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

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

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.

Adjacent counties

• Pierce County - northwest
• Dunn County - north
• Eau Claire County - east
• Buffalo County - south
• Wabasha County, Minnesota - west

Demographics

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.

Communities

City

• Durand (county seat)

Villages

• Pepin
• Stockholm

Towns

• Albany
• Durand
• Frankfort
• Lima
• Pepin
• Stockholm
• Waterville

Unincorporated communities

• Barry Corner
• Caryville
• Ella
• Porcupine

Government and Politics

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

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

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.

See also

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

External links

• Official website

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