Waupaca County, county in Wisconsin, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 50,664 inhabitants. The county was created 172 years ago in 1853. Its county seat is Waupaca.
There are 2 city/town in Waupaca County, WI. The largest city of Waupaca County is Scandinavia with a population of 1,052. Other cities include and Sheridan population 473
Scandinavia, Village in Waupaca County, Wisconsin, USA
Sheridan, Unincorporated community in Waupaca County, Wisconsin
Located in central Wisconsin, Waupaca County contains several small communities that reflect the area's logging, railroads, and agricultural heritage. Here are some highlights:
Waupaca
Waupaca is the largest city and county seat, located in eastern Waupaca County along the Wolf River. It has a population around 6,000 residents. Downtown Waupaca has several historic buildings like the 1851 Waupaca County Courthouse and the Holly History and Genealogy Center.
New London
New London is located in northern Waupaca County along the Embarrass River. It was settled in the 1850s and has around 7,300 residents today. The New London Public Museum highlights the area's history. Other attractions include the New London Little Wolf River Bridge, one of Wisconsin’s last remaining bowstring arch bridges.
Weyauwega
Weyauwega is a city of around 2,000 residents located centrally in Waupaca County. Historic sites include the Weyauwega Railroad Depot Museum and Gordon Bubolz Nature Preserve. The city hosts several festivals like the annual Weyauwega Bacon Fest.
Iola
Iola is a village situated along the Iola Creek and Highway 49 in southern Waupaca County. It has a population around 1,300. Iola is known for its historic downtown district with buildings dating back to the late 1800s. Annual events include Depot Days and the Iola Car Show.
Scandinavia is an unincorporated community in central Waupaca County settled by Norwegian immigrants in the mid-1800s. Today it has a population around 250 residents. Historic sites include the 1868 Scandinavia Lutheran Church and pioneer Veum House Museum.
With diverse heritage, architectural history, and natural beauty, Waupaca County's small towns showcase the development of central Wisconsin. Annual community festivals and historic landmarks commemorate the logging and railroad traditions of the area.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Waupaca County.
| City Name | Title | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Scandinavia | Village in Waupaca County, Wisconsin, USA | 1,052 |
| Sheridan | Unincorporated community in Waupaca County, Wisconsin | 473 |
