Elkhorn Wisconsin Map

About Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Elkhorn is a locality in Walworth County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 10,221. The population density is 485.3 people per km². Elkhorn is located at 42.6728°N, 88.5445°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 53121.

Elkhorn emerges from the rolling prairie of Walworth County, a place where the land itself seems to sigh with the wind. It lies 24.1 miles east of Janesville, WI (from Janesville, WI: bearing 91°T), and is situated 5.7 miles east-north-east of Delavan. Here, the terrain gently slopes, marked by shallow depressions that hint at ancient glacial artistry, giving way to broad fields of corn and soybeans that stretch towards a horizon often painted with the soft, buttery hues of late afternoon. The air carries a clean, earthy scent, a blend of fertile soil and the distant whisper of livestock, and the sky overhead feels vast, an endless canvas for the shifting moods of the Wisconsin weather. The streets of Elkhorn themselves possess a quiet dignity, lined with mature trees that cast dappled shadows on sidewalks, and buildings that speak of a steady, unpretentious past. The roots of Elkhorn run deep into the agricultural heart of Wisconsin, its economy long tethered to the rich, dark earth that surrounds it. For generations, the bounty of the land has sustained its people, a tradition evident in the farmers' markets that bloom with seasonal produce and the enduring presence of livestock operations. This connection to the soil is palpable, a foundational element of Elkhorn's character, and it’s a narrative that continues to be written by the hardworking families who call this place home. The town also boasts a certain historical resonance, a sense of continuity that can be felt in its well-preserved architecture and the stories that linger in its quiet corners, a testament to the enduring spirit of this Midwestern settlement.

About This Elkhorn Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Elkhorn, Wisconsin with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Elkhorn and Walworth County.

Detailed location data for Elkhorn includes the ZIP code (53121), telephone area code (608), county seat of Walworth County (Elkhorn), and school district assignment (Elkhorn Area School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Elkhorn is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.