Gordon is an unincorporated, census-designated place; located in the town of Gordon, Douglas County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 145 as of the 2020 census, down from 176 at the 2010 census.
History
A post office called Gordon was established in 1882. The community was named for Antoine Gordon, a French trader with the Indians.[3]
Transportation
U.S. Highway 53 serves as a main route in the community. Gordon is located 7.5 miles (12.1 km) south of Solon Springs; and 40 miles (64 km) southeast of the city of Superior.
Population
As of the 2010 census, its population was 176.[4]
Gordon has a post office with ZIP code 54838.[5]
References
- ^ "Census Bureau profile: Gordon CDP, Wisconsin". United States Census Bureau. May 2023. Retrieved December 3, 2024.
- ^ U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Gordon (CDP), Wisconsin
- ^ Chicago and North Western Railway Company (1908). A History of the Origin of the Place Names Connected with the Chicago & North Western and Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railways. p. 177.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". U.S. Census Bureau. Retrieved April 4, 2011.
- ^ ZIP Code Lookup
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