Wauwatosa Wisconsin Map

About Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Wauwatosa is a locality in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of 48,529. The population density is 1392.9 people per km². Wauwatosa is located at 43.0495°N, 88.0076°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 53213.

Wauwatosa unfolds across a landscape of gentle, rolling terrain, where the Menomonee River, a ribbon of silver, has etched its patient course through the land. It lies 2.3 miles north of West Allis, WI (from West Allis, WI: bearing 359°T), and is situated 5.2 miles west of Milwaukee. The air here, especially in the late afternoon when the sun begins its descent, carries a peculiar sweetness, a blend of damp earth and the distant hum of life, a fragrance that seems to cling to the mature oaks and maples that line its avenues. Houses, many of them built in sturdy, welcoming styles, perch on slight rises, their porches often adorned with potted ferns, suggesting a community that values both rootedness and a touch of quiet refinement. Even the shadows that lengthen across the manicured lawns seem to possess a certain softness, an invitation to linger and observe the unhurried passing of the day. This is a place where history breathes in the very bricks and mortar of its older structures, a testament to the industrious spirit that first settled these fertile grounds. Wauwatosa's roots run deep, tracing back to a time when agriculture was king, and the land yielded its bounty to determined hands. Though the fields have largely given way to more settled pursuits, the echoes of that agricultural past can still be felt, a subtle undercurrent in the town's character. The local economy, now a vibrant mix of healthcare, education, and small businesses, retains a down-to-earth sensibility, a focus on quality and community that feels both enduring and authentic. Visitors often remark on the pleasant surprise of discovering the Milwaukee County Zoo, a sprawling sanctuary of creatures great and small, a beloved landmark that has captivated generations.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Wauwatosa, 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 Wauwatosa and Milwaukee County.

Detailed location data for Wauwatosa includes the ZIP code (53213), telephone area code (608), county seat of Milwaukee County (Milwaukee), and school district assignment (Wauwatosa 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 Wauwatosa is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.