Douglas County, Wisconsin
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| Name | Douglas County, Wisconsin |
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| Settlement Type | County |
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46.41°N
91.99°W
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| Total | 44811 |
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| Standard | UTC-6 |
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Douglas County is a county located in the northwestern part of the U.S. state of Wisconsin. As of the 2020 census, the population was 44,811. The county seat is Superior. The county was created in 1854 and named after Stephen A. Douglas, an American politician from Illinois.
Geography
Douglas County covers a total area of 1,480 square miles, of which 1,304 square miles is land and 176 square miles is water. The county is characterized by its diverse geography, including forests, rivers, and lakes. The Saint Louis River forms part of the county's northern border.
Adjacent counties
- Bayfield County - east
- Ashland County - southeast
- Sawyer County - south
- Washburn County - southwest
- Burnett County - west
- Pine County, Minnesota - west
- Carlton County, Minnesota - northwest
- Saint Louis County, Minnesota - north
Major highways
Demographics
As of the 2020 census, Douglas County had a population of 44,811. The population density was approximately 34 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was predominantly White, with small percentages of African American, Native American, Asian, and other races.
Government
Douglas County is governed by a Board of Supervisors, which consists of representatives from various districts within the county. The county also has several elected officials, including a sheriff, district attorney, and county clerk.
Economy
The economy of Douglas County is diverse, with significant contributions from manufacturing, healthcare, education, and tourism. The presence of the University of Wisconsin–Superior also plays a vital role in the local economy.
Education
Douglas County is served by several school districts, including the Superior School District. Higher education is provided by the University of Wisconsin–Superior.
Communities
City
Towns
- Amnicon
- Bennett
- Brule
- Cloverland
- Dairyland
- Gordon
- Hawthorne
- Highland
- Lakeside
- Maple
- Oakland
- Parkland
- Solon Springs
- Summit
- Superior
- Wascott
Villages
See also
- List of counties in Wisconsin
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Douglas County, Wisconsin
References
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