Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Stevens Point is a city located in Portage County in central Wisconsin. It is the county seat and the largest city of the county. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 24,551. The city was incorporated in 1858. It was named after its founder, George Stevens, who ran several saloons on what is today known as "The Square". Loggers on the Wisconsin River found this a convenient stopping point, as the river bends slightly and one could tell from far upstream whether Stevens' point was open for business.

Geography

Stevens Point is located at 44°31'23" North, 89°33'37" West (44.523036, -89.560321){{GR|1}}.

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.0 km² (16.2 mi²). 39.7 km² (15.3 mi²) of it is land and 2.4 km² (0.9 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 5.61% water.

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United States Census Bureau - Km² - Mi²

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It is surrounded by several smaller villages and towns, including Plover, Whiting, Custer, Park Ridge and the Town of Hull. On average, the temperature ranges from 80° to 20° Fahrenheit. All four seasons can be distinctly observed, with snow falling most heavily in December and January and temperatures rising to their average summer levels of about 70° in July and August.

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Villages - Towns - Plover - Whiting - Park Ridge - Town of Hull - Fahrenheit

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