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Janesville Wisconsin Map

Explore Janesville, 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 Janesville, Wisconsin

How to Use This Janesville, Wisconsin Map

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

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

Latitude	42.682788
Longitude	-89.018722
Population	65,615
Density	741.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	53545, 53546, 53547, 53548
Area Code	715
County Seat	Janesville
School District	Janesville School District

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About Janesville, Wisconsin

Janesville is a locality in Rock County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 65,615. The population density is 741.6 people per km². Janesville is located at 42.6828°N, 89.0187°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Janesville is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 53545, 53546, 53547.

Janesville flourishes as a distinct settlement defined by the persistent, southward movement of the Rock River, which carves a deliberate path through the local landscape. It lies 12.1 miles north of Beloit, WI (from Beloit, WI: bearing 3°T), and is situated 7.4 miles south-southwest of Milton. The surrounding terrain is characterized by fertile, productive plains and subtle elevations that define the horizons of southern Wisconsin. Beyond the immediate banks of the waterway, the land rises toward the modest summit of Mount Zion, providing a sense of verticality to an otherwise expansive prairie vista. The quality of light here during the golden hour is particularly striking, as it catches the low-hanging mist near the riverbed, casting long, amber shadows across the open fields that define the regional geography.

Janesville traces its origins to the mid-nineteenth century, emerging as a critical crossroads for travelers and settlers moving through the Wisconsin Territory. Early pioneers recognized the utility of the river as a source of power and a natural conduit for trade, establishing mills and basic infrastructure that would eventually support a growing industrial core. The architecture of the older districts reflects this period of expansion, with sturdy brick structures that serve as enduring evidence of the craft and ambition of the founders. Over generations, the patterns of settlement have matured, creating a rhythm of life that honors the resilience of those who first broke this ground.

Economic activity in Janesville has long been anchored by a blend of manufacturing tradition and a modern focus on diverse industrial growth. While the regional economy remains connected to the broader agricultural legacy of the state, the infrastructure now supports a range of sectors, including logistics and specialized production facilities. Education plays a vital role in the long-term vitality of the area, with local institutions providing the necessary training and professional development to sustain a skilled workforce. The daily movement of freight and commerce along the regional transport arteries keeps Janesville firmly integrated into the broader midwestern supply chain, ensuring a steady, reliable pace of progress.

Cultural life in Janesville finds expression in the vibrant use of public spaces and the preservation of communal heritage. Residents often gather at Upper Courthouse Hill Park, a central point of civic life that offers an elevated view of the surrounding architecture and greenery. During warmer months, the vicinity of Kiwanis Pond provides a quiet site for reflection, offering a stark contrast to the more energetic events and festivals that mark the calendar throughout the year. While the area favors a professional culture grounded in local industry, the community also celebrates its unique character through various annual gatherings that draw people together. Notable figures, including the writer Sterling North, have drawn inspiration from this landscape, leaving a mark on the literary identity of the region that persists long after their time.

Nearby Outdoor Places

First State Fair (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 040° NE
Rock River Parkway (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 195° S
Riverfront Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 169° S
Five Points (Attraction) — 0.7 mi, 251° W
Monterey Stadium (Stadium) — 0.9 mi, 197° S
Springbrook Preservation Area (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 155° SE
Black Bridge Hills Recreation Area (Local Recreation) — 1.3 mi, 001° N
Theodore Robinson Art Gallery (Gallery) — 3.1 mi, 218° SW
Kirk Denmark Theater (Theatre) — 3.1 mi, 218° SW
Route of Abraham Lincoln 1832 and 1859 (Monument) — 6.1 mi, 182° S
Pond View Point (Theatre) — 6.8 mi, 319° NW
Milton Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 7.1 mi, 028° NE
Tobacco City Museum (Museum) — 10.9 mi, 346° N
Miles Music Center (Arts Centre) — 12.4 mi, 183° S
Wanda Hollensteiner Gallery (Gallery) — 12.5 mi, 183° S
Clover Valley State Habitat Area - Pr (State Park) — 13.8 mi, 060° NE
Beckman Mill (Attraction) — 14.2 mi, 213° SW
Magnolia Cave (Attraction) — 17.2 mi, 281° W
Old Depot (Museum) — 17.8 mi, 055° NE
The Flame of Friendship (Public Artwork) — 18.2 mi, 028° NE
Panther Integlio Mound (Historic Ruins) — 18.7 mi, 026° NE
National Dairy Shrine Museum (Museum) — 19.1 mi, 029° NE
Hoard Historical Museum (Museum) — 19.1 mi, 029° NE
Rock Cut State Park (State Park) — 21.7 mi, 176° S

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