Stoughton Wisconsin Map

About Stoughton, Wisconsin

Stoughton is a locality in Dane County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 13,033. The population density is 818.4 people per km². Stoughton is located at 42.9169°N, 89.2179°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 53589.

Stoughton rests in a landscape where glacial history has softened the earth into rolling hills and broad, fertile plains, a place where the sky feels vast and unburdened. It lies 13.1 miles east-south-east of Fitchburg, WI (from Fitchburg, WI: bearing 103°T), and is situated 8.5 miles east of Oregon. The land here is a study in gentle contours, a patchwork of farms and woodlands that slope towards the meandering Yahara River. In summer, the air hums with the drone of cicadas and the scent of freshly cut hay, a warm, earthy perfume that clings to everything. As dusk descends, the western horizon often bleeds into hues of apricot and rose, casting a warm, fleeting glow over the fields and the quiet streets of Stoughton, a light that seems to invite reflection. This is a place shaped by waves of immigration and a hardy agricultural spirit, where the legacy of Norwegian settlers still echoes in the town's character and traditions. The rich soil, a gift from ancient glaciers, has long supported a thriving farming community, its bounty still evident in the bustling farmer's market and the surrounding fields of corn and soybeans. Stoughton's economy has also found strength in manufacturing, with a history of producing everything from farm equipment to furniture, a testament to the ingenuity and hard work of its people. The annual Syttende Mai celebration, a vibrant homage to Norway's Constitution Day, draws crowds from far and wide, showcasing a deep-seated pride in heritage and a joyful embrace of community.

About This Stoughton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Stoughton, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.916946, -89.217894. 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 Stoughton and Dane County.

Detailed location data for Stoughton includes the ZIP code (53589), telephone area code (715), county seat of Dane County (Madison), and school district assignment (Stoughton 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 Stoughton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.