Where is Germantown, Wisconsin, USA?

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Where is Germantown Located? - Germantown is a city located in the Bracken, Mason County of Wisconsin, United States. Germantown lies between 43.133411 Degrees North latitudes and 72.4439772 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Germantown, Wisconsin

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Where is Germantown?: The Google Map showing the location of Germantown in the U.S. state of Wisconsin.

Where is Germantown Located?

Germantown is a city located in the Bracken, Mason County of Wisconsin, United States. Germantown lies between 43.133411 Degrees North latitudes and 72.4439772 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Germantown city is 20917 people and the city has a total area of 34.37 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Germantown, Wisconsin Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityGermantown
CountyWashington County
StateWisconsin
State CapitalMadison
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude43.2286°N
Longitude88.1187°W
Elevation935 ft (285 m)
Land Area34.45 sq mi
Water Area0.13 sq mi
Total Area34.58 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)20,917 (Census 2020)
Population Density (per sq mi)Approximately 607
ZIP Codes53022
Area Code262
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code55-29125
Congressional DistrictWisconsin's 5th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Germantown, Wisconsin

  • Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin — 7 mi Southeast
  • Jackson, Wisconsin — 6 mi North
  • West Bend, Wisconsin — 12 mi North
  • Mequon, Wisconsin — 14 mi East
  • Brookfield, Wisconsin — 16 mi South
  • Waukesha, Wisconsin — 20 mi Southwest
  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin — 22 mi Southeast
  • Oconomowoc, Wisconsin — 25 mi West
  • Port Washington, Wisconsin — 24 mi Northeast
  • Madison, Wisconsin — 75 mi Southwest

Driving Distances from Germantown, Wisconsin

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
JacksonWisconsin610 minutes
Menomonee FallsWisconsin715 minutes
West BendWisconsin1220 minutes
MequonWisconsin1425 minutes
BrookfieldWisconsin1625 minutes
WaukeshaWisconsin2035 minutes
MilwaukeeWisconsin2235 minutes
OconomowocWisconsin2540 minutes
Port WashingtonWisconsin2440 minutes
MadisonWisconsin751 hour 20 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Germantown, Wisconsin

TransportationDetails
Airport NameGeneral Mitchell International Airport
IATA CodeMKE
PortPort of Milwaukee (nearby)
Major HighwaysInterstate 41, U.S. Route 41, Wisconsin Highway 145, Wisconsin Highway 167
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak service in Milwaukee
Local Bus/Transit ServiceWashington County and regional transit connections
  • Interstate 41 - Major north-south freeway connecting Germantown with Milwaukee, Fond du Lac, and Green Bay.
  • Wisconsin Highway 145 - Regional highway providing access to Milwaukee County and surrounding communities.
  • Wisconsin Highway 167 - East-west route connecting Germantown with Jackson and nearby areas.
  • U.S. Route 41 - Important regional corridor serving southeastern Wisconsin.

What are top Places to Visit in Germantown, Wisconsin

Landmark NameType
Germantown Historical Society MuseumMuseum
Germantown Community LibraryLibrary
Firemen's ParkPark
Kinderberg ParkPark
Homestead Hollow County ParkPark
Little Muskego LakeNatural Attraction
Washington County Fair ParkEvent Venue
Menomonee River ParkwayNature Area
Richfield Historical ParkHistoric Site
Ozaukee Interurban TrailRecreation Trail

Colleges and Universities in Germantown, Wisconsin

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of Wisconsin–MilwaukeePublicUniversityResearch and urban education
Milwaukee Area Technical CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTechnical and workforce training
Concordia University WisconsinPrivateUniversityHealth sciences and liberal arts
Marquette UniversityPrivateUniversityJesuit higher education
Germantown School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education services

Waterbodies in Germantown, Wisconsin

Menomonee River, Little Menomonee River, Cedar Creek, Jackson Lake, Lake Five, Friestadt Lake, Milwaukee River, Lake Michigan

Golf Courses in Germantown, Wisconsin

Germantown Hills Golf Course, Kettle Hills Golf Course, Washington County Golf Course, Scenic View Country Club, West Bend Lakes Golf Club, Silver Spring Golf Club

Germantown, Wisconsin — Key Historical Facts

  • Germantown was settled in the 1840s by German immigrants who established farms and a close-knit agricultural community in Washington County.
  • The community was officially organized as the Town of Germantown in 1846 and was named after its German heritage.
  • Germantown remained primarily rural for much of its history before suburban growth expanded from the Milwaukee metropolitan area.
  • The arrival of improved transportation routes helped connect Germantown with Milwaukee and surrounding communities, supporting residential and commercial development.
  • Today, Germantown is known for its parks, family-friendly neighborhoods, strong schools, and blend of historic character with modern suburban amenities.

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