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Shorewood Wisconsin Map

Shorewood, Wisconsin — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Shorewood, Milwaukee County.

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CityShorewood
StateWisconsin (WI)
CountyMilwaukee
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneCentral Time (America/Chicago)
Latitude43.089179
Longitude-87.887585
Population13,627
Density3323.2 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Code(s)53211
Area Code608
County SeatMilwaukee
School DistrictShorewood School District

About Shorewood, Wisconsin

Shorewood is a locality in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 13,627. The population density is 3323.2 people per km². Shorewood is located at 43.0892°N, 87.8876°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 53211.

Shorewood unfurls along the western edge of a vast freshwater sea, its character shaped by the gentle, persistent lapping of Lake Michigan against a shoreline that breathes with the rhythm of the seasons. It lies 3.6 miles north-north-east of Milwaukee, WI (from Milwaukee, WI: bearing 15°T), and is situated 7.8 miles north-east of West Allis. Here, the land rises with a subtle grace, a series of low, verdant bluffs that offer glimpses of the water's expansive blue, a constant, shimmering presence. Mature trees, their branches reaching like ancient arms, cast dappled shadows across manicured lawns and the proud, varied architecture of homes that speak of a long-established neighborhood. The air, especially in the mornings, carries a crisp, clean scent, a cool whisper from the lake that invigorates the senses and hints at the day's unfolding. This enclave of Shorewood, a place of quiet prosperity, carries echoes of its past in its very layout and the enduring spirit of its residents. Once part of larger agricultural holdings, the land was thoughtfully developed in the early 20th century, drawing upon the burgeoning wealth and architectural aspirations of Milwaukee's growing urban core. Its economy, while now diversified, retains a strong connection to the intellectual and artistic currents of the nearby university, fostering a community that values education and the arts. The village green, a focal point of communal life, often hosts farmers' markets and local gatherings, a vibrant testament to the enduring desire for connection, where the simple act of buying fresh produce feels imbued with a gentle, communal warmth.

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About This Shorewood Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Shorewood, Wisconsin with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Shorewood and Milwaukee County.

Detailed location data for Shorewood includes the ZIP code (53211), telephone area code (608), county seat of Milwaukee County (Milwaukee), and school district assignment (Shorewood 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 Shorewood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedJune 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone.