Reedsburg Wisconsin Map

About Reedsburg, Wisconsin

Reedsburg is a locality in Sauk County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 10,168. The population density is 637.2 people per km². Reedsburg is located at 43.5325°N, 90.0026°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 53959.

Reedsburg lies at the confluence of rolling farmland and wooded bluffs, a place where the Wisconsin River's tributaries begin their journey. It lies 9.5 miles north-north-west of Sauk, WI (from Sauk, WI: bearing 336°T), and is situated 8.4 miles north-west of North Freedom. The air here carries the scent of freshly turned earth in the spring and the crisp, dry whisper of fallen leaves in autumn, a constant reminder of the agricultural heart that beats at its core. The landscape is a study in gentle transitions: broad fields of corn and soybeans give way to stands of oak and maple, their canopies a vibrant green in summer and a fiery spectacle come October. Along the ridges, limestone outcrops peek through the foliage, remnants of an ancient seabed, their weathered faces catching the late afternoon sun and casting long, dramatic shadows across the valleys. The Baraboo River, a ribbon of silver, winds its way through the outskirts, its banks a haven for herons and kingfishers, their quick movements a fleeting punctuation against the stillness. This corner of Sauk County has a history deeply rooted in the land and the hardy souls who first settled it. Reedsburg’s founding was tied to the burgeoning railroad industry, a vital artery that brought prosperity and connected this agricultural hub to wider markets. The economy still leans heavily on the bounty of the soil, with dairy farms and crop cultivation forming the backbone of local enterprise, their harvest trucked to processing plants that hum with activity. A notable landmark, the historic downtown district, still showcases buildings from its early days, their brick facades a testament to enduring craftsmanship. The town's character is one of quiet resilience, a place where neighbors know each other's names and the pace of life allows for thoughtful conversation, a steady rhythm that echoes the predictable turning of the seasons.

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Detailed location data for Reedsburg includes the ZIP code (53959), telephone area code (920), county seat of Sauk County (Baraboo), and school district assignment (Reedsburg 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 Reedsburg is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.