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Howard Wisconsin Map

Explore Howard, 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 Howard, Wisconsin

How to Use This Howard, Wisconsin Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Howard, 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 Howard.

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	Howard
State	Wisconsin (WI)
County	Brown County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	44.568621
Longitude	-88.071724
Population	19,950
Density	417.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	54729, 54303
Area Code	715
County Seat	Green Bay
School District	Howard-Suamico School District

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About Howard, Wisconsin

Howard is a locality in Brown County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 19,950. The population density is 417.5 people per km². Howard is located at 44.5686°N, 88.0717°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Howard is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 54729, 54303.

Howard emerges from the quiet intersection of fertile plains and steady, inland growth. It lies 3.8 miles west-northwest of Green Bay, WI (from Green Bay, WI: bearing 297°T), and is situated 9.7 miles northwest of Brown. The landscape surrounding Howard maintains a grounded, earthy rhythm, defined by the persistent flow of Duck Creek as it winds through the local terrain. Only one mile away, the modest rise of Platten Hill breaks the horizon, offering a subtle vantage point over the fields that stretch toward the distant expanse of Lake Michigan. During the golden hour, the light catches the tall grasses along the creek beds, casting long, amber shadows that soften the edges of the horizon. This region holds a steady, temperate character, far removed from the volatility of the coast and anchored firmly in the stillness of the interior.

Howard traces its development to a history deeply rooted in the industrious spirit of the Midwestern frontier, where agriculture and small-scale manufacturing became the pillars of daily existence. Over time, the local economy shifted from agrarian foundations toward a diverse mix of light industry and commerce, providing a stable livelihood for those who reside here. The legacy of early settlers, who cleared the brush to make way for homesteads, remains visible in the orderly layout of the streets and the enduring patterns of land use. Today, the economic pulse of Howard reflects a transition toward modern service sectors while maintaining a respect for the labor-intensive crafts of the past. The rhythmic hum of local machinery and the quiet bustle of trade define the workday, echoing the persistent, practical nature of the people who built this place.

Cultural life in Howard centers on a shared appreciation for the outdoors and the communal gatherings that mark the changing of the seasons. Residents frequently gather at Pamperin Park, a sprawling green space that provides a natural sanctuary for family outings and quiet reflection amidst the native flora. The local atmosphere is defined by a modest, neighborly disposition, where the pace of life allows for meaningful connection and a genuine interest in the well-being of the collective. While the area avoids the clamor of major urban centers, it fosters a sense of belonging that resonates through the public squares and shared recreation areas. Visitors often find that the true character of Howard lies in its uncomplicated honesty, where the simple pleasures of a walk by the water or a seasonal festival carry more weight than grand spectacles.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Mountain-Bay State Trail (State Park) — 0.1 mi, 028° NE
Green Bay West Shores Wildlife Area (State Recreation Area) — 0.6 mi, 091° E
Meadowbrook Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 248° W
Industrial Woods (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 016° N
Stream Bank Protection Fee Program (State Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 239° SW
Statewide Habitat Areas - Lm (State Recreation Area) — 1.6 mi, 017° N
Statewide Habitat Areas (State Conservation Area) — 1.6 mi, 017° N
Barkhausen (Local Conservation Area) — 2.3 mi, 046° NE
Broken Metal Wing Statue (Public Artwork) — 4.2 mi, 155° SE
Historic Green Bay Road (Monument) — 4.5 mi, 141° SE
1936 Championship Tree (Attraction) — 4.6 mi, 173° S
1965 Championship Tree (Attraction) — 4.6 mi, 173° S
2010 Championship Tree (Attraction) — 4.6 mi, 173° S
1962 Championship Tree (Attraction) — 4.6 mi, 173° S
City Centre Theatre (Theatre) — 4.7 mi, 143° SE
Cnesses Israel Synagogue (Monument) — 5.0 mi, 140° SE
Fox River State Trail (State Park) — 5.1 mi, 152° SE
Bay Beach Amusement Park (Theme Park) — 5.2 mi, 120° SE
Hazelwood (Monument) — 5.3 mi, 152° SE
Amphitheater (Theatre) — 5.6 mi, 120° SE
City Stadium (Stadium) — 5.7 mi, 137° SE
Observation Platform (Viewpoint) — 8.5 mi, 110° E
Phil Sager Tract (Nature Reserve) — 8.5 mi, 106° E
Richard J Drum Memorial Forest (Nature Reserve) — 25.0 mi, 142° SE
Trout Museum of Art (Gallery) — 26.7 mi, 218° SW
Appleton History Museum (Museum) — 26.8 mi, 218° SW
The Draw (Arts Centre) — 26.9 mi, 217° SW
Nicolet National Forest (National Forest) — 39.7 mi, 342° N · 663k acres

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