Kenosha County, county in Wisconsin, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 169,671 inhabitants. The county was created 174 years ago in 1850. Its county seat is Kenosha.
There are 12 city/town in Kenosha County, WI. The largest city of Kenosha County is Kenosha with a population of 99,570. Other cities include, Pleasant Prairie population 21,373, Twin Lakes population 6,234, Bristol population 5,145, Camp Lake population 3,665
On the southwestern shores of Lake Michigan lies Kenosha County, home to over 167,000 residents. The county seat and largest city, Kenosha, hugs the Lake Michigan shoreline and harbors a vibrant downtown district. Visitors enjoy museums, restaurants, and walking among the historic harbor lighthouses.
Just north of Kenosha, the town of Somers retains its rural roots as an agricultural community. Farm stands dot the country roads while attractions like the Richard Bong State Recreation Area provide natural escapes. The town of Brighton borders the Illinois state line and features quaint county fairs and local events.
Inland from the lake, the towns of Bristol, Paris, Salem, Silver Lake, Twin Lakes, and Wheatland each have their own identities and downtowns featuring local eateries, shops, and community gathering places. From the wetlands of the Des Plaines River to the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan, Kenosha County's towns and landscapes offer no shortage of beauty and charm.
Kenosha County brings together the best of Wisconsin's small town communities and metropolitan conveniences. Just a short drive from Chicago, it provides an inviting mix of Midwest hospitality, cultural attractions, natural areas, and historical sites to experience.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Kenosha County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Brighton | Civil town in Kenosha County, Wisconsin | 644 |
Bristol | Village in Kenosha County, Wisconsin | 5,145 |
Camp Lake | Census designated place | 3,665 |
Kenosha | The second most populous city in Kenosha County, Wisconsin. | 99,570 |
Paddock Lake | City in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, United States of America | 3,232 |
Paris | Town in Grant County, Wisconsin, United States | 1,517 |
Pleasant Prairie | Village in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, United States | 21,373 |
Powers Lake | City in North Dakota, USA | 1,615 |
Salem | Civil town in Kenosha County, Wisconsin | 529 |
Somers | Civil town in Kenosha County, Wisconsin | 1,132 |
Twin Lakes | Village in Kenosha County, Wisconsin | 6,234 |
Wheatland | Civil town in Kenosha County, Wisconsin | 582 |