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Quick Facts

Capital: Madison

Population: 5,556,506

Total Area: 65,498 square miles

Top Industry: Agriculture

Wisconsin is located in the Midwest United States. It borders the states of Minnesota, Iowa, Illinois, as well as Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. The paper and manufacturing industries rely on Wisconsin truck drivers to transport their goods throughout the entire United States. Many of these goods are transported by commercial vehicles to the many bays throughout the state.

Madison
The capital of Wisconsin, Madison is located in the south-central area of the state. I-39 passes the east side of town. I-94 connects Madison with Milwaukee. Three lakes, Mendota, Monona, and Wingra are located within the city limits. Washington Ave. runs through the center of town, between Lake Monona and Lake Mendota.

Green Bay
Located in eastern Wisconsin, Green Bay may be best known for their professional football team, the Green Bay Packers. The Fox River cuts the city in half. Cargo is transported from Lake Michigan into Green Bay (the body of water outside the city of Green Bay), and down the Fox River. The Main Street Bridge, Walnut Street Bridge, and Mason Street Bridge cross the Fox River in downtown Green Bay.

Milwaukee
On the western edge of Lake Michigan in eastern Wisconsin is the city of Milwaukee. It is the largest city in the state. The economy of the city relies heavily upon the manufacturing industry. Manufactured goods are carried throughout the region by commercial truck drivers.

Eau Claire
One of the largest cities in western Wisconsin is Eau Claire. This Wisconsin city relies on the manufacturing and computer industries.

Wisconsin Rapids
Located near the center of the state, Wisconsin Rapids the city is cut in two by the Wisconsin River.

Did you know?
Wisconsin is home to a large German-American population.
Harry Houdini grew up in Wisconsin.
Major industries vary widely and include many things from dairy products to paper products and beer.