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Pleasant Prairie, WI

Pleasant Prairie is a village in the state of Wisconsin in the U.S. Located in Kenosha County along the southwestern shoreline of Lake Michigan, Pleasant Prairie was home to 21,250 people at the 2020 census. The village is positioned directly south of the city of Kenosha and directly north of the Illinois border.

Although located just 37 miles south of Milwaukee, it is part of the U.S. Census Bureau's Chicago Combined Statistical Area (CSA) and metropolitan statistical area despite being 57 miles north of Chicago. Among its notable features are the RecPlex and Chiwaukee Prairie.

Pleasant Prairie is located at 42°32′20″N 87°52′13″W (42.538820, –87.870229). According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 33.64 square miles (87.13 km²), of which 33.33 square miles (86.32 km²) is land and 0.31 square miles (0.80 km²) is water.

The Pleasant Prairie area was the center of Native American activity in pre-pioneer Wisconsin. Some of the earliest traces of Native American life in Wisconsin have been found along State Highway 32 and State Highway 165, Barnes Creek, and in the Carol Beach area.

The early Native American campsites were located along what was once the shoreline of Lake Michigan. Pleasant Prairie also saw pioneers arrive in Wisconsin on the Jambeau Trail, now known as Green Bay Road. In addition, several natural historic sites such as the Chiwaukee Prairie and the Kenosha Sand Dunes lie undisturbed in Pleasant Prairie.

The area's first white settler was Horace Woodbridge, who arrived on June 4, 1833; Henry Miller arrived later that same month. Pleasant Prairie had its beginnings as a political entity in April 1842 when the first town meeting was held and the first election of town officials took place. The early town officials met in the Williams Congregational Church located at 93rd Street and Green Bay Road. Later the old church became the town hall. Pleasant Prairie originally was a town nearly 42 square miles (110 km²) in size.

Over the next 150 years, the city of Kenosha began to annex lands south of 60th Street and west of Lake Michigan. The town of Pleasant Prairie was slowly reduced in size as Kenosha grew. There were nine separate settlement areas in the town that in some cases became the starting point for significant growth. Some no longer exist. The original unincorporated community of Pleasant Prairie was located at 104th Avenue and Bain Station Road.

Health and wellness are paramount in Pleasant Prairie, 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 Pleasant Prairie 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 Village of Pleasant Prairie Rec Plex, Legacy Fitness, and Aurora Sports Health. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Pleasant Prairie, such as the TRAIL and TRAIL. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Pleasant Prairie, WI, are the Russell Military Museum, Prairie Springs Park, and Boundless Adventures - Kenosha Zipline & Aerial Park.

Population: 21,840 (2022). Elevation: 697 feet (213 meters). Area: 33.64 square miles (87.14 km²). ZIP Code: 53158. Area code(s): 262.

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Is Pleasant Prairie, WI expensive?

Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 90.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 9.2% lower than the U.S. average and 1.0% lower than the average for Wisconsin. A typical home costs $332,100, which is 1.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 36.1% more expensive than the average Wisconsin home, at $244,100. To live comfortably in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, a minimum annual income of $63,720 for a family, and $42,000 for a single person is recommended.

Is Pleasant Prairie, WI a good place to live?

Living in Pleasant Prairie offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Pleasant Prairie, there are a lot of bars and parks. Many young professionals live in Pleasant Prairie and residents tend to lean conservative.

What is the crime rate in Pleasant Prairie, WI?

Pleasant Prairie has an overall crime rate of 12 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Pleasant Prairie is 1 in 83. Pleasant Prairie's crime rate is lower than approximately 23% of Wisconsin communities.

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Village of Pleasant Prairie 

Aurora Health Center 

Pleasant Prairie Parks and Recreation Department 

Village of Pleasant Prairie Rec Plex

Legacy Fitness 

Aurora Sports Health

Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets

Prairie Springs Park

Boundless Adventures - Kenosha Zipline & Aerial Park

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