Oshkosh Wisconsin Map

About Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Oshkosh is a locality in Winnebago County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 75,313. The population density is 928.6 people per km². Oshkosh is located at 44.0247°N, 88.5426°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 54985.

Oshkosh unfurls along the western shore of Lake Winnebago, a place where the land gently slopes towards the vast, blue expanse. It lies 3.6 miles south-south-west of Winnebago, WI (from Winnebago, WI: bearing 194°T), and is situated 7.6 miles south-east of Butte des Morts. The air here, particularly in the humid embrace of summer evenings, carries the faint, sweet scent of ripening corn from the surrounding fields, mingling with the briny tang of the great lake. Its character is one of grounded resilience, a sturdy Midwestern spirit that feels as solid as the rich, dark soil underfoot. The sky, when it opens up, seems impossibly wide, a canvas of ever-shifting clouds that paint the day with dramatic light, from the crisp, bright blues of morning to the fiery golds and bruised purples of sunset. The story of Oshkosh is deeply entwined with the waters that define it, from the immense Lake Winnebago to the Fox River that winds its way through the heart of the city. Historically, these waterways were the arteries of trade and industry, a legacy still felt in the robust character of its former manufacturing hubs, particularly in its prowess as a canvas and sailcloth producer. Today, while those industries have largely receded, the spirit of craftsmanship and innovation persists, evident in its vibrant arts scene and the dedication of its residents to preserving the natural beauty of their surroundings. Oshkosh is a place where the echoes of its industrious past meet the quiet hum of contemporary life, a unique blend of history and forward momentum, all set against the enduring presence of the lake.

About This Oshkosh Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Oshkosh, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.024706, -88.542614. 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 Oshkosh and Winnebago County.

Detailed location data for Oshkosh includes the ZIP code (54901), telephone area code (715), county seat of Winnebago County (Oshkosh), and school district assignment (Oshkosh 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 Oshkosh is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.