Scandinavia, WI is a small village located in Waupaca County with a population of 1,419 people and a population density of 36 people per square mile. Named for its Scandinavian heritage, the village was founded in 1875. Today Scandinavia has remained a small, tight-knit community where everyone looks out for one another. It holds many local businesses, such as the Manderfield's Home Bakery store, the Peking Garden Chinese restaurant and bar, Countryside Veterinary Clinic and more. Outdoor activities year round include fishing on the nearby Embarrass River or hiking through the William E. & Mary Buehler Nature Preserve; both are great ways to explore the natural beauty of Scandinavia. There are also plenty of cultural events put on by local organizations like The Waupaca Area Public Library and The Scandinavia Historical Society. Finally every summer locals come together to watch the #1 ranked amateur baseball team in Wisconsin - The Scandinavia Red Sox - take on their opponents in a game of America’s pastime!
The population in Scandinavia (zip 54977) is 1,419. There are 37 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Scandinavia (zip 54977) is 48.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Scandinavia (zip 54977) is 2.5, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Scandinavia (zip 54977)
- 63.8% are married
- 6.7% are divorced
- 29.0% are married with children
- 3.2% have children, but are single
Race in Scandinavia (zip 54977)
- 98.2% are White
- 1.4% are Black
- 0.1% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.0% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander