Where is Greenfield, Wisconsin, USA?

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Where is Greenfield Located? - Greenfield is a city located in the Milwaukee County of Wisconsin, United States. Greenfield lies between 37.3568157 Degrees North latitudes and 77.4416505 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Greenfield, Wisconsin

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

Where is Greenfield Located?

Greenfield is a city located in the Milwaukee County of Wisconsin, United States. Greenfield lies between 37.3568157 Degrees North latitudes and 77.4416505 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Greenfield city is 37803 people and the city has a total area of 11.53 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Greenfield, Wisconsin Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityGreenfield
CountyMilwaukee County
StateWisconsin
State CapitalMadison
US RegionMidwestern United States
Latitude42.9614°N
Longitude88.0126°W
Elevation748 ft (228 m)
Land Area5.96 sq mi
Water Area0.01 sq mi
Total Area5.97 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)37,456 (Census 2020)
Population Density (per sq mi)Approximately 6,285
ZIP Codes53220, 53228
Area Code414
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code55-30600
Congressional DistrictWisconsin's 1st Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Greenfield, Wisconsin

  • West Allis, Wisconsin — 4 mi North
  • Hales Corners, Wisconsin — 5 mi Southwest
  • Franklin, Wisconsin — 7 mi South
  • Oak Creek, Wisconsin — 10 mi Southeast
  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin — 10 mi Northeast
  • Wauwatosa, Wisconsin — 8 mi Northwest
  • Brookfield, Wisconsin — 14 mi West
  • Racine, Wisconsin — 25 mi South
  • Kenosha, Wisconsin — 35 mi Southeast
  • Madison, Wisconsin — 80 mi West

Driving Distances from Greenfield, Wisconsin

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
West AllisWisconsin410 minutes
Hales CornersWisconsin510 minutes
FranklinWisconsin715 minutes
MilwaukeeWisconsin1020 minutes
Oak CreekWisconsin1020 minutes
WauwatosaWisconsin815 minutes
BrookfieldWisconsin1425 minutes
RacineWisconsin2535 minutes
KenoshaWisconsin3550 minutes
MadisonWisconsin801 hour 20 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Greenfield, Wisconsin

TransportationDetails
Airport NameMilwaukee Mitchell International Airport
IATA CodeMKE
PortPort of Milwaukee
Major HighwaysInterstate 43, Interstate 894, Interstate 41, U.S. Route 45
Train/Amtrak ServiceAmtrak service available at Milwaukee Intermodal Station
Local Bus/Transit ServiceMilwaukee County Transit System (MCTS)
  • Interstate 894 - Major bypass route connecting Greenfield with Milwaukee-area highways.
  • Interstate 43 - Regional interstate connecting Milwaukee with southern Wisconsin communities.
  • Interstate 41 - Important north-south highway serving the Milwaukee metropolitan area.

What are top Places to Visit in Greenfield, Wisconsin

Landmark NameType
Konkel ParkCommunity Park
Greenfield Historical Society MuseumMuseum
Hawthorne Glen Outdoor Education CenterNature Center
Root River ParkwayRecreation Area
Whitnall ParkRegional Park
Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (The Domes)Garden Attraction
Milwaukee County ZooZoo
Historic Third WardHistoric District
Lake Michigan WaterfrontNatural Attraction
Boerner Botanical GardensBotanical Garden

Colleges and Universities near Greenfield, Wisconsin

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Milwaukee Area Technical CollegePublicTechnical CollegeCareer programs, technology, healthcare, and workforce training
University of Wisconsin-MilwaukeePublicUniversityResearch, engineering, business, arts, and sciences
Marquette UniversityPrivateUniversityLaw, healthcare, business, engineering, and liberal arts
Concordia University WisconsinPrivateUniversityHealth sciences, education, business, and liberal arts
Milwaukee School of EngineeringPrivateUniversityEngineering, business, nursing, and technology programs

Waterbodies near Greenfield, Wisconsin

Root River, Lake Michigan, Menomonee River, Kinnickinnic River, Whitnall Park ponds, and nearby Milwaukee-area waterways

Golf Courses near Greenfield, Wisconsin

Greenfield Park Golf Course, Whitnall Park Golf Course, Oakwood Park Golf Course, New Berlin Hills Golf Course

Greenfield, Wisconsin — Key Historical Facts

  • Greenfield was first settled in the nineteenth century as part of the agricultural communities of Milwaukee County.
  • The area was originally known for farming and rural landscapes before becoming part of the expanding Milwaukee metropolitan area.
  • Greenfield was incorporated as a village in 1950 and became a city in 1957.
  • The city experienced significant suburban growth after World War II as residential neighborhoods and businesses expanded throughout the region.
  • Greenfield's location near major highways helped support commercial development and easy access to Milwaukee.
  • The city has preserved community parks, recreational facilities, and local historical resources while continuing to develop as a suburban community.
  • Today, Greenfield is known for its residential neighborhoods, shopping areas, parks, convenient transportation, and proximity to Milwaukee attractions.

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