Waukesha, Wisconsin
Waukesha: city in and county seat of Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States
About
Waukesha is a city located in the county of Waukesha in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. Its population at the 2010 census was 9,133 and a population density of 137 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 8,939 inhabitants.
The city was created 192 years ago in 1833.
Quick Facts about Waukesha
| Population | 8,939 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Wisconsin (United States) |
| County | Waukesha County |
| Postal code | 53188 |
| Phone Area Codes | 262 |
| Area | 66.56 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.0117,-88.2315 |
| Altitude | 889 feet / 271 meters |
| Capital city | Waukesha is capital of Waukesha County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1834 (192 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 05:36:16 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 134 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.17% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Waukesha is located at 43°0'42"N 88°13'53"W (43.0116800, -88.2314800).
Waukesha map
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. South wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Waukesha
Official Website- Granada
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Waukesha decreased by 2.17% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,133 | - | census |
| 2011 | 8,666 | -5.39% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 8,698 | 0.37% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 8,712 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 8,746 | 0.39% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 8,750 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 8,765 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 8,810 | 0.51% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 8,872 | 0.7% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 8,899 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 8,939 | 0.45% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Waukesha
1Sky Zone Trampoline Park
W229 N, 1420 Westwood Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186, United States View details
Phone: +12626961600 | Website available
2Frame Park Formal Gardens
1150 Frame Park Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186, United States View details
Phone: +12625243737 | Website available
3Minooka Park
1927 E Sunset Dr, Waukesha, WI 53189, United States View details
Phone: +12628968006 | Website available
4Veloce Indoor Speedway Milwaukee
W229N1400 Westwood Dr, Waukesha, WI 53186, United States View details
Phone: +12622326700 | Website available
5Retzer Nature Center
S14 W28167 Madison St, Waukesha, WI 53188, United States View details
Phone: +12628968007 | Website available
Where to Eat in Waukesha
1Golden Corral Buffet & Grill
1673 Arcadian Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186, United States View details
Phone: +12628961000 | Website available
2Texas Roadhouse
2513 Plaza Ct, Waukesha, WI 53186, United States View details
Phone: +12627987427 | Website available
3Taco John's
317 N Grand Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186, United States View details
Phone: +12625249898 | Website available
4Culver's
840 W Sunset Dr, Waukesha, WI 53189, United States View details
Phone: +12625241030 | Website available
5Culver's
1650 E Main St, Waukesha, WI 53186, United States View details
Phone: +12625425700 | Website available
Where to Stay in Waukesha
1Home2 Suites by Hilton Milwaukee Brookfield
650 Larry Ct, Waukesha, WI 53186, United States View details
Phone: +12623421500 | Website available
2Baymont by Wyndham Waukesha
2111 E Moreland Blvd, Waukesha, WI 53186, United States View details
Phone: +12625477770 | Website available
3Extended Stay America - Milwaukee - Waukesha
2520 Plaza Ct, Waukesha, WI 53186, United States View details
Phone: +12627980217 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Waukesha
1City of Waukesha
201 Delafield St, Waukesha, WI 53188 View details
Phone: +12625243500 | Website available
People born in Waukesha (75)
People born in Waukesha, including linebacker in the National Football League John Anderson, jazz guitarist, country guitarist, songwriter and inventor Les Paul, mathematician, computer scientist, and science fiction writer Vernor Vinge, .
More notable people
- Elli Ochowicz (American speed skater) she was born in 15/12/1983
- J. J. Watt (American football player) he was born in 22/03/1989
- Daniel Hoan (American mayor and writer (1881-1961)) he was born in 12/03/1881
- Marilyn Waltz she was born in 05/11/1931
- Gwen Jorgensen (American triathlete) she was born in 25/04/1986
- Michael Ritchie (American film director) he was born in 18/11/1938
- Heather Gollnick (American triathlete) she was born in 01/01/1970
- Pete Zimmer he was born in 18/09/1977
- Brad Beyer (American actor) he was born in 20/09/1973
- Kirstin Holum (American speed skater) she was born in 29/06/1980
- Harry E. Aitken (American film producer and screenwriter) he was born in 04/10/1877
- Kevin Zeitler (American football player, offensive lineman) he was born in 08/03/1990
- Tim Ward (American soccer player) he was born in 28/02/1987
- Bill Kramer (American politician) he was born in 21/01/1965
- Lauri Merten (professional golfer) she was born in 06/07/1960
- Chuck DeShane (American football player (1918-2006)) he was born in 10/12/1918
- David Craig (American politician) he was born in 16/03/1979
- Dick Blanchard (American football player) he was born in 17/01/1949
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Waukesha, WI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 238458 | Carroll University | Waukesha (WI) | 53186 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to Waukesha, WI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MKA | Milwaukee Airport Railroad Station | 5601 South 6th Street | RAIL |
| MKE | Milwaukee Intermodal Station | 433 West St. Paul Ave. | RAIL |
| SVT | Sturtevant station | 9900 East Exploration Court | RAIL |
| BVD | Beaver Dam, WI | 817 Park Avenue | BUS |
| JVL | Janesville, Wisconsin | 3120 North Pontiac Drive | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Waukesha.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Waukesha Post Office | Waukesha (WI) | 53186 |
Other cities in Waukesha County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Waukesha County , WI. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| New Berlin | 39,812 | A city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. |
| Menomonee Falls | 38,243 | City in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States of America |
| Muskego | 25,317 | Third-class city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin |
| Sussex | 11,086 | Village in Waukesha County, Wisconsin |
| Hartland | 9,338 | Village in Wisconsin, United States |
| Delafield | 8,935 | Fourth-class city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Oconomowoc | 8,767 | City in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Merton | 8,649 | Village in Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States |
| Mukwonago | 8,163 | Village in Waukesha County, Wisconsin |
| Pewaukee | 8,099 | Third-class city in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Vernon | 7,670 | Town in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Genesee | 7,341 | Civil town in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Brookfield | 6,518 | City in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Elm Grove | 6,137 | Village in Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Okauchee Lake | 4,422 | Census designated place |
| Ottawa | 3,937 | Town in Wisconsin, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Waukesha distances to largest Wisconsin cities