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Richfield, WI

Richfield is a village in Washington County, Wisconsin, United States. The unincorporated community of Hubertus, as well as the Former Communities of Pleasant Hill and Plat, are located in the village, as well as the communities of Colgate and Lake Five, which are partially located in Richfield.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 36.46 square miles (94.43 km²), of which 35.91 square miles (93.01 km²) is land and 0.55 square miles (1.42 km²) is water. The low point in the village lies in Section 1 at Little Cedar Creek with an elevation of 856 feet. The high point in the village lies in Section 19 in the Cul-de-sac of Cheyenne Court at an elevation of 1,174 feet. (Washington County, WI 2-foot topography).

The Richfield area was originally inhabited by Native Americans, including the Menominee and Potawatomi peoples. In 1831, the Menominee surrendered their claims to the land to the United States Federal Government through the Treaty of Washington, and the Potawatomi surrendered claims in 1833 through the 1833 Treaty of Chicago, which (after being ratified in 1835) required them to leave the area by 1838. While many Native people moved west of the Mississippi River to Kansas, some chose to remain and were referred to as "strolling Potawatomi" in contemporary documents because many of them were migrants who subsisted by squatting on their ancestral lands, which were now owned by white settlers. Eventually, the Potawatomi who evaded forced removal gathered in northern Wisconsin, where they formed the Forest County Potawatomi Community.

On May 31, 1841, a land speculator named Samuel Spivey purchased 600 acres of land in Richfield, becoming the first white landowner in the Richfield area and marking the beginning of early settlement. Several weeks later, on July 9, 1841, Jacob Snyder purchased land in the area and settled in Richfield, becoming the first white permanent resident. By 1843, German immigrants − particularly from Hesse-Darmstadt − were building farms in the area, and the community began to form. A group of German Catholics built the community's first church in 1845 and dedicated it to Saint Hubertus. Today, the community that formed around the church also bears the saint's name. The Town of Richfield was organized on January 21, 1846, and by 1848, almost all of the town's land was owned by Irish and German immigrant farmers. Wheat farming dominated the local economy until 1880, when dairy farming became more popular in Richfield and the state at large.

Health and wellness are paramount in Richfield, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Aurora Health Center and Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department stand as cornerstones in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Richfield Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. A popular option includes Richfield Gymnastics. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Richfield, such as the Peebles Trail and Brooke Street Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and the enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Richfield, WI are Richfield Historical Society, Richfield Historical Park, Holy Hill Basilica, and National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians.

Population: 11,783 (2024). ZIP code: 53076. Area code: 262. Elevation: 1,148 ft (350 m). Area: 36.47 sq mi (94.46 km²).

FAQs

What is the crime rate in Richfield, WI?

Richfield's overall rate of crime is sufficiently low that NeighborhoodScout's analysis shows the village to be one of the safest in the nation among cities and towns of all sizes, although not one of the very lowest in Wisconsin (12% of the state's communities have a lower crime rate). Overall a very safe village, Richfield's crime rate is just 2 per 1,000 people, which means that a person's chance of becoming a victim in Richfield is one in 539.

Is Richfield, WI a good place to live?

Richfield is in Washington County and is one of the best places to live in Wisconsin. Living in Richfield offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Richfield, there are a lot of parks. Residents of Richfield tend to be conservative. The public schools in Richfield are highly rated.

Is Richfield, WI a city or a village?

Richfield is a village in Washington County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 11,739 at the 2020 census. The unincorporated community of Hubertus, as Well as the Former Communities of Pleasant Hill and Plat are located in the village, as well as the communities of Colgate and Lake Five, which are partially located in Richfield.

Sources

Wikipedia

Village of Richfield

Aurora Health Center 

Washington Ozaukee Public Health Department 

Richfield Parks and Recreation Department

Richfield Gymnastics

Peebles Trail 

Brooke Street Trail

Richfield Historical Society

Richfield Historical Park

Holy Hill Basilica and National Shrine of Mary Help of Christians

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