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Fort Atkinson, WI

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Population
12,388
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
788 ft
Median Home Value
$211,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$961/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$79,302
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in WisconsinPopulation rankingHighest population places in WisconsinNearest larger communityJanesville, Wisconsin19 miles away · 66,929 residents.

About Fort Atkinson

Fort Atkinson is the largest city located entirely in Jefferson County, Wisconsin, situated along the Rock River upstream from Lake Koshkonong. Named after Black Hawk War General Henry Atkinson, the community of approximately 12,500 hosts the Hoard Historical Museum and the National Dairy Shrine Museum. Zoned within the School District of Fort Atkinson, the city serves as a major commercial center for the surrounding agricultural region.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingOutskirts FitA+99.3rating

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