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Kenosha Wisconsin Map

Explore Kenosha, 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 Kenosha, Wisconsin

How to Use This Kenosha, Wisconsin Map

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

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

Latitude	42.585882
Longitude	-87.876398
Population	99,986
Density	1362.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	53140, 53144, 53141, 53142, 53143
Area Code	608
County Seat	Kenosha
School District	Kenosha School District

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About Kenosha, Wisconsin

Kenosha is a locality in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 99,986. The population density is 1362.8 people per km². Kenosha is located at 42.5859°N, 87.8764°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Kenosha is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 53140, 53144, 53141.

Kenosha occupies a singular position on the western edge of Lake Michigan, where the horizon dissolves into a vast, slate-gray expanse that dictates the temper of the local climate. It lies 6.1 miles east-northeast of Pleasant Prairie, WI (from Pleasant Prairie, WI: bearing 69°T), and is situated 10.0 miles south-southwest of Racine. The land surrounding Kenosha is defined by the subtle, glacial-scoured topography of the Midwest, characterized by expansive plains that stretch toward the distant, gentle rise of Leahy Hill. Flowing through this quiet terrain, the Pike River cuts a deliberate, winding path toward the lake, providing a modest riparian corridor that contrasts with the open fields. Within the urban core, Civic Center Park serves as a fixed, verdant anchor, offering a space where the rhythm of the day is measured by the changing light and the persistent, cool respiration of the lake.

Kenosha emerged from the confluence of frontier ambition and the practical necessity of a sheltered landing point for early settlers moving westward. The formative years of Kenosha were marked by a rapid transition from a transient trading post into a structured settlement, driven by the fertile potential of the soil and the logistical advantages of its position on the water. Immigrants from across Europe brought with them the traditions of their homelands, layering the social landscape with a blend of German, Polish, and Scandinavian influences that persist in the quiet habits of the residents. Over time, Kenosha transformed into a center of industrial output, evolving from its modest beginnings into a place defined by the steady, rhythmic labor of its people.

Industry in Kenosha has historically been tethered to the manufacturing sector, with a legacy of automotive production that once defined the economic pulse of the region. Today, the economy of Kenosha has diversified, supported by a robust infrastructure that connects the area to the broader trade arteries of the Midwest. Education plays a vital role in the local vitality, with institutions such as the University of Wisconsin-Parkside fostering intellectual growth and providing a pipeline of talent for the evolving workforce. The landscape is dotted with the remnants of older industrial facilities now repurposed, reflecting an ongoing transition toward modern logistics and service-oriented commerce that maintains the stability of Kenosha.

Cultural life in Kenosha is anchored by a deep-seated appreciation for regional traditions, including the enduring ritual of the Friday fish fry found at local supper clubs. While Kenosha does not host major professional sports franchises, the community finds its competitive spirit in the collegiate athletics programs that bring vitality to the local calendar. Annual festivals celebrate the diverse heritage of the residents, often drawing visitors to the public spaces near the lakefront to enjoy music and seasonal harvests. Among those who have emerged from the area, Orson Welles remains a figure of significant cultural renown, his creative legacy casting a long shadow over the artistic consciousness of Kenosha.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Charles W Nash Park (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 178° S
Towerline Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 177° S
Jockey International Globe (Public Artwork) — 2.0 mi, 101° E
Lemin Street Gallery (Gallery) — 2.8 mi, 078° E
Civil War Memorial (Monument) — 2.9 mi, 096° E
Harbor Park Promenade (State Park) — 2.9 mi, 088° E
Chiwaukee Prairie-Carol Beach Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 3.5 mi, 125° SE
Laser Tag (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 252° W
The Vault (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 252° W
Ballocity (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 252° W
Bumper Cars (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 252° W
Thirty-Second Division Memorial Highway (Monument) — 4.4 mi, 143° SE
Cameron Nahf Memorial Tree (Monument) — 4.8 mi, 170° S
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park (State Park) — 7.3 mi, 152° SE
Lord Mayor's Forum (Theatre) — 7.3 mi, 214° SW
Fountainside Music Stage (Theatre) — 7.3 mi, 214° SW
Russell Military Museum (Museum) — 7.5 mi, 211° SW
Dutch Gap Forest Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 9.3 mi, 228° SW
North Dunes Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 9.5 mi, 157° SE
Diettrich Farm Horseback Riding School (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 13.0 mi, 279° W
Jack Benny Center For The Arts (Arts Centre) — 13.9 mi, 170° S
Legacy Museum (Museum) — 15.2 mi, 191° S
Waukegan History Museum at the Carnegie (Museum) — 15.8 mi, 171° S
Hackmatack National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 23.4 mi, 250° W · 638 acres

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