Palmyra, Wisconsin
Palmyra: civil town in Jefferson County, Wisconsin
About
Palmyra is a town located in the county of Jefferson in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,186. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,219 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Palmyra
| Population | 1,219 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Wisconsin (United States) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.8778,-88.5862 |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 13:06:34 (13th May 2026) |
| Postal code | 53156 |
| Population growth | 2.71% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 60℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Palmyra is located at 42°52'40"N 88°35'10"W (42.8777900, -88.5862100).
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Weather
Mostly sunny, with a high near 60. Northwest wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Palmyra increased by 2.71% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,186 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,182 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,190 | 0.67% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,195 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,196 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,200 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,201 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,208 | 0.58% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,218 | 0.82% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,217 | -0.08% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,219 | 0.16% | estimation process |
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Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Palmyra, WI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 486460 | Wright Graduate University for the Realization of Human Potential | Elkhorn (WI) | 53121-2556 |
Nearby Transit Stations (14)
Rail and bus stations connected to Palmyra, WI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| JVL | Janesville, Wisconsin | 3120 North Pontiac Drive | BUS |
| BET | South Beloit, Illinois | 15766 Manchester Road | BUS |
| 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 |
Closest post offices linked to Palmyra.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Palmyra Post Office | Palmyra (WI) | 53156 |
Other cities in Jefferson County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Jefferson County , WI. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Atkinson | 12,372 | City in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States of America |
| Ixonia | 4,562 | Town of Wisconsin |
| Farmington | 3,848 | Town in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Johnson Creek | 3,065 | City in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States of America |
| Rome | 2,784 | Census-designated place in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States |
| Sullivan | 2,299 | Village in Jefferson County, Wisconsin |
| Lake Mills | 2,135 | City in Iowa, USA |
| Concord | 2,130 | Town in Wisconsin, United States |
| Watertown | 2,039 | City in Jefferson County, New York |
| Lake Ripley | 1,779 | Census designated place |
| Aztalan | 1,493 | Civil town in Jefferson County, Wisconsin |
| Jefferson | 1,225 | City in and county seat of Jefferson County, Wisconsin |
| Lake Koshkonong | 1,204 | Census designated place |
| Milford | 1,135 | City in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States of America |
| Hebron | 1,132 | Town of Wisconsin |
| Waterloo | 940 | Fourth-class city in Jefferson County, Wisconsin |
Distance to Other Cities
Palmyra distances to largest Wisconsin cities