Cambridge Wisconsin Map

About Cambridge, Wisconsin

Cambridge is a locality in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,617. The population density is 395.1 people per km². Cambridge is located at 43.0036°N, 89.0165°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 53523.

Cambridge unfolds across a landscape shaped by the gentle ebb and flow of the Koshkonong Creek, its waters a liquid ribbon weaving through the verdant fields and scattered woodlands. It lies 10.4 miles west-northwest of Fort Atkinson, WI (from Fort Atkinson, WI: bearing 300°T), and is situated 7.5 miles southwest of Lake Mills. The land here is a study in subtle contours, rising and falling in soft swells that hint at the glacial history of the region, a far cry from any coastal tang or distant sea spray. To the west, the broader expanse of Lake Ripley, a mere mile away, reflects the ever-changing sky, its surface often rippled by the prairie winds that sweep across the open country. The air itself carries a clean, earthy scent, particularly in the early morning when dew still clings to the tall grasses and the sun begins its slow ascent, casting long, elegant shadows. The story of Cambridge is one of quiet perseverance and agricultural roots, a legacy deeply intertwined with the rich, dark soil that has sustained generations. Originally settled by industrious pioneers drawn to the fertile land, its economy has long been anchored in dairy farming and the cultivation of crops, a tradition that continues to define the character of the community. The presence of Village Veterans Park, a green heart beating at the center of Cambridge, offers a place for reflection and communal gathering, a testament to the town's enduring spirit. Distinctive supper clubs, a cherished Wisconsin institution, still draw locals and travelers alike for their Friday fish fries, a culinary ritual that binds the neighborhood together with shared flavors and friendly conversation, celebrating the simple abundance of this inland territory.

About This Cambridge Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Cambridge, Wisconsin — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 43.003612, -89.0165. 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 Cambridge and Jefferson County.

Detailed location data for Cambridge includes the ZIP code (53523), telephone area code (715), county seat of Jefferson County (Jefferson), and school district assignment (Cambridge 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 Cambridge is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.