Waukesha County

An Economic Engine for Business Growth

Waukesha County is the second largest in the region, making it one of the Milwaukee region's primary economic engines. Home to 37 municipalities, Waukesha County offers a variety of real estate opportunities from well-established and newly developed business parks, to mixed use and diverse retail settings. Intersected by two interstates and served by its own general-aviation airport, Waukesha County is a logical location for business. Several nationally and internationally known companies are located here, including Generac, Milwaukee Tool, GE HealthCare, and Kohl's Corporation.

Growing Suburban Communities

Spanning over 580 square miles, Waukesha County is the perfect blend of urban and rural living from suburban communities, local downtown main streets, beachfront property, and the rolling hills of the Kettle Moraine forest. The City of Waukesha, the county seat, is known to be one of the fastest-growing cities in the region. The county's 72,000 residents enjoy their own symphony, theater groups, and choral union, while the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts in Brookfield offers music, dance, and other attractions in a modern and intimate venue.

Economic Development Information: Waukesha County Center for Growth and Waukesha County Business Alliance

Visitor Information: Visit Waukesha County

Waukesha County At-a-Glance

Major Cities

Waukesha (71,158)
Brookfield (41,464)
New Berlin (40,451)
Menomonee Falls (38,527)
Muskego (25,032)
Oconomowoc (18,203)

Colleges, Vocational Schools + Universities

Carroll College
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee at Waukesha
Waukesha County Technical College

Major Industries

Company	Industry	Employment
Milwaukee Tool	Manufacturing	1,000 - 1,999
Kohl's Corporation	Retail	1,000 - 1,999
Generac	Manufacturing	1,000 - 1,999
Quad	Printing	1,000 - 1,999
ProHealth Care	Healthcare	1,000 - 1,999
GE HealthCare	Medical Technology	1,000 - 1,999
Target Distribution	Retail	1,000 - 1,999
Froedtert	Healthcare	1,000 - 1,999
Eaton	Energy, Power + Controls	1,000 - 1,999
United Parcel Service (USP)	Delivery	1,000 - 1,999
Cousin's Subs	Food + Beverage	1,000 - 1,999
Rogers Behavior Health	Healthcare	1,000 - 1,999
Ascension	Healthcare	1,000 - 1,999

7 things you should know about Waukesha County

The City of Waukesha is home to Les Paul. Les is known throughout the world for his development and perfection of the first solid body electric guitar, otherwise known as the Gibson Les Paul.
Waukesha County has 77 lakes, 129 miles of hiking/biking trails, 21,000 acres of public parks, and 20 public golf courses.
Waukesha County is home to the first higher education institution in the state of Wisconsin - Carroll University.
Waukesha County is a manufacturing hub with more than 1,000 manufacturing businesses.
Waukesha County is home to several professional sports players, including the Watt brothers, the Hamm brothers, Gwen Jorgensen, and more.
Spaghetti O’s were invented in Waukesha County.
Waukesha County is home to numerous tourist destinations such as the Lake Country DockHounds, Ten Chimneys, Old World Wisconsin, the Sharon Lynne Wilson Center, and more.