Milwaukee County, county in Wisconsin, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 945,016 inhabitants. The county was created 189 years ago in 1835. Its county seat is Milwaukee.
There are 19 city/town in Milwaukee County, WI. The largest city of Milwaukee County is Milwaukee with a population of 589,067. Other cities include, West Allis population 59,748, Wauwatosa population 48,084, Oak Creek population 36,469, Franklin population 36,222
Sitting on the western shore of Lake Michigan, Milwaukee County is home to diverse cities and neighborhoods that make up the greater Milwaukee metro area. As Wisconsin's most populous county, Milwaukee County is anchored by its largest city, Milwaukee.
Milwaukee is known for its brewing heritage and lively dining and entertainment scenes. Popular attractions include the Milwaukee Art Museum, Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory, and the Miller Brewing Company. The Historic Third Ward and Walker's Point neighborhoods offer trendy shops, restaurants, and nightlife.
Just south of Milwaukee is the city of Cudahy, home to the massive Patrick Cudahy meatpacking plant. Shorewood provides a peaceful suburban atmosphere along Lake Michigan, while South Milwaukee's claim to fame is its Polish culture and cuisine. Wauwatosa, west of Milwaukee, combines charming residential areas with a bustling commercial district.
North of downtown, you'll find Shorewood Hills and Whitefish Bay - two affluent communities situated along the scenic Lake Drive. For nature lovers, Franklin and Oak Creek provide outdoor recreation with access to parks and trails.
With its diversity of communities - from urban to suburban to industrial, Milwaukee County provides an authentic showcase of Wisconsin culture and charm. From the shores of Lake Michigan to the hopping bars on Brady Street, exploring Milwaukee County offers a taste of Midwestern hospitality.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Milwaukee County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Bayside | Neighborhood in Queens, New York City | 87 |
Brown Deer | Village in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 12,191 |
Cudahy | City in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 18,077 |
Fox Point | Village in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 6,628 |
Franklin | Third-class city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 36,222 |
Glendale | City in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 666 |
Greendale | Village in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States | 14,127 |
Greenfield | City in Massachusetts, United States; county seat of Franklin County | 1,000 |
Hales Corners | Village in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 7,553 |
Milwaukee | The thirtieth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Milwaukee metropolitan area. | 589,067 |
Oak Creek | City in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 36,469 |
River Hills | Village in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 1,575 |
Saint Francis | City in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 9,725 |
Shorewood | Village in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 13,117 |
South Milwaukee | City in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 20,673 |
Wauwatosa | A city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. | 48,084 |
West Allis | The most populous city in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. | 59,748 |
West Milwaukee | Village in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin | 4,090 |
Whitefish Bay | Village in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States | 14,110 |