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Franklin Wisconsin Map

Explore Franklin, Wisconsin, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Franklin, Wisconsin

How to Use This Franklin, Wisconsin Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Franklin, Wisconsin. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Wisconsin or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Franklin.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Franklin
State	Wisconsin (WI)
County	Milwaukee County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	42.883879
Longitude	-88.011548
Population	36,816
Density	411.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	54659, 54615, 53073, 53132
Area Code	608
County Seat	Milwaukee
School District	Franklin Public School District

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About Franklin, Wisconsin

Franklin is a locality in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 36,816. The population density is 411.1 people per km². Franklin is located at 42.8839°N, 88.0115°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Franklin is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 54659, 54615, 53073.

Franklin emerges from the verdant landscape as a place defined by its proximity to the expansive waters of Lake Brittany. It lies 4.2 miles south-southwest of Greendale, WI (from Greendale, WI: bearing 211°T), and is situated 9.0 miles south of West Allis. The terrain around Franklin remains largely defined by the quiet presence of Ryan Creek, which meanders through the landscape just a mile from the center. Beyond the immediate water, the land stretches out into a series of modest, gentle plains that catch the golden, heavy light of late afternoon. Travelers often remark upon the way the atmosphere holds a particular stillness here, far removed from the turbulence of distant, salt-tinged horizons. To the west, the distant profile of Mount Tom occasionally silhouettes itself against the evening sky, providing a steady, silent anchor to the horizon.

Franklin carries a history deeply rooted in the diligent labor of those who first cleared the soil to establish a life on this fertile ground. The local economy has evolved from its early agricultural foundations into a diverse network of modern industry and commerce that supports the daily rhythms of its people. Large-scale operations now sit alongside smaller, specialized enterprises, reflecting a commitment to steady growth that respects the character of the region. As the sun dips, the hum of machinery often fades into the background, leaving the quiet hum of a productive, working population to settle over the neighborhoods. This industrious spirit ensures that Franklin remains a place where the value of a day’s work is held in high regard by all who reside here.

Cultural life in Franklin finds its expression in the communal gatherings and local traditions that bring neighbors together throughout the shifting seasons. The Ernie Lake Trail offers a sanctuary for those seeking the restorative quiet of the outdoors, providing a natural respite that feels worlds away from the bustle of the Milwaukee Municipal Mooring Basin. Residents often gather to observe the passage of time through local events that celebrate the shared heritage of the region, fostering a sense of belonging that defines the social fabric. While the area is not defined by the presence of global celebrities, the people take pride in the quiet integrity of their collective identity. Franklin maintains an understated grace, inviting those who pass through to appreciate the subtle beauty of a life lived with purpose and connection to the land.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Tuckaway Country Club (Park) — 0.3 mi, 030° NE
Meadowland Trail (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 271° W
Root River Parkway (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 093° E
Froemming Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 126° SE
Franklin Woods Nature Center (Local Conservation Area) — 2.1 mi, 087° E
Mission Hills Wetland (Local Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 314° NW
Big Muskego Lake Wildlife Area (State Recreation Area) — 2.4 mi, 271° W
Saint Fiacre (Public Artwork) — 3.7 mi, 344° N
Open Space (Local Recreation) — 5.0 mi, 290° W
NAdiaNA Art Gallery (Gallery) — 5.1 mi, 002° N
Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 5.2 mi, 064° NE
Greenfield Historical Society (Museum) — 5.4 mi, 015° N
Wind Lake State Habitat Area (State Recreation Area) — 6.2 mi, 227° SW
Scattered Wildlife (State Conservation Area) — 6.2 mi, 227° SW
Statewide Habitat Areas (State Conservation Area) — 6.4 mi, 228° SW
Mitchell Gallery of Flight (Museum) — 7.1 mi, 051° NE
Todd Wehr Auditorium (Theatre) — 7.2 mi, 019° N
Lampe Recital Hall (Theatre) — 7.2 mi, 019° N
WW1 Memorial "Boys Of Caledonia" (Monument) — 7.9 mi, 132° SE
Meadowmere (Monument) — 8.2 mi, 010° N
Renak-Polak Maple-Beech Woods State Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 9.0 mi, 126° SE
Avalon Atmospheric Theater and Lounge (Cinema) — 9.7 mi, 035° NE
Spin City (Theme Park) — 9.8 mi, 360° N
Water's Edge (Gallery) — 9.8 mi, 034° NE
Norwegian Museum (Museum) — 9.9 mi, 236° SW
Real Tinsel (Gallery) — 9.9 mi, 026° NE
Allen-Bradley Clock Tower (Attraction) — 10.6 mi, 028° NE
Martin's Woods State Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 11.1 mi, 270° W
Miller Visitor Center (Attraction) — 11.1 mi, 011° N
Richard Bong Recreation Area (State Park) — 16.1 mi, 198° S

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