Shorewood Wisconsin Map

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.

About This Shorewood Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Shorewood, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 43.089179, -87.887585. 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.