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New Berlin, WI 

New Berlin is a city in eastern Waukesha County, Wisconsin, United States. The population was 40,451 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Milwaukee metropolitan area. Area residents put the accent on the first syllable of Berlin (/nuːˈbɜːrlɪn/), rather than the second.

The first settlers, Sidney Evans and P.G. Harrington arrived in the northeastern part of what is now New Berlin in 1836. The area first came under local government in 1838 as part of the Town of Muskego, which at the time was composed of New Berlin and Muskego. The area that is now New Berlin was separated from Muskego in 1839 and named the Town of Mentor.

On January 13, 1840, Mentor became New Berlin. It was named by Evans after his hometown, New Berlin, New York. The town remained a rural and agricultural area until the 1940s when the westward migration to the suburbs from Milwaukee began. Between 1850 and 1950, New Berlin's population went from 1,293 to 5,334. Ten years later, in 1960, the population had nearly tripled to 15,788. The Town of New Berlin became the City of New Berlin with its incorporation in 1959.

New Berlin is located at 42°58′45″N 88°6′33″W (42.979063, −88.109188). It straddles the Sub-Continental Divide, which runs north-south through the eastern part of the city. Nearly 27 square miles (70 km²) in the western part of the city, or about 73% of the city's total land area, is west of the Sub-Continental Divide in the Fox River watershed, which is part of the Mississippi River watershed. The remaining area is within the Great Lakes/St. Lawrence River drainage basin.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 36.87 square miles (95.49 km²), of which 36.44 square miles (94.38 km²) is land and 0.43 square miles (1.11 km²) is water. Michael Joseph Gross of GQ said that "On the map, New Berlin forms a neat six-by-six-mile square in the southeast corner of Waukesha County". Calhoun and Prospect are populated places within the city of New Berlin.

Health and wellness are paramount in New Berlin, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Aurora Health Center is a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the New Berlin Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Vasa Fitness, Princeton Club, and Wisconsin Fitness Solutions. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around New Berlin, such as the Minooka Park Mountain Bike Loop and Paul Gihring Trail. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in New Berlin, WI are Whitnall Park, The Big Backyard, and Moorland Road Golf Center.

Population: 40,302 (2024). ZIP codes: 53146, 53151. Area code: 262. Elevation: 860 feet (262 m). Area: 36.88 sq mi (95.51 km²).

FAQs

Is New Berlin, WI a good place to live?

New Berlin is a suburb of Milwaukee with a population of 40,000. New Berlin is in Waukesha County and is one of the best places to live in Wisconsin. Living in New Berlin offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In New Berlin, there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in New Berlin and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in New Berlin are highly rated.

What are the demographics of New Berlin, WI?

New Berlin has a 2024 population of 40,152. New Berlin is currently declining at a rate of -0.2% annually and its population has decreased by -0.81% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 40,478 in 2020. The average household income in New Berlin is $126,387 with a poverty rate of 3.46%. The median rental costs in recent years come to - per month, and the median house value is. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of New Berlin was White: 89.36%, Asian: 5.2%, Two or more races: 3.28%, Black or African American: 1.23%, Other race: 0.81%, and Native American: 0.12%.

What is the curfew in New Berlin. WI?

No minor shall remain, idle, wander, stroll, or play in any public place either on foot or upon any conveyance without a set destination in, about, or upon any place in the City between the hours of 11:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. Unless accompanied by a parent, guardian, custodian, or other adult person. Having custody or control of such minor, or unless the minor is on an emergency errand or specific business or activity directed or permitted by his parent, guardian, or other adult person having the care and custody of the minor, or where the presence of such minor is connected with or required by some legitimate employment, trade, profession or occupation.

Sources

Wikipedia

City of New Berlin

Aurora Health Center 

New Berlin Parks and Recreation Department 

Vasa Fitness

Princeton Club 

Wisconsin Fitness Solutions

Minooka Park Mountain Bike Loop 

Paul Gihring Trail

Whitnall Park

The Big Backyard

Moorland Road Golf Center

Niche

World Population Review

Ecode 360

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