Green County

Green County is an administrative division in southern Wisconsin with Monroe serving as its county seat. The area encompasses several towns and communities connected by major highways that link it to neighboring counties.

The area became Green County in 1837, named after General Nathanael Greene from the Revolutionary War era. Before that, the Ho-Chunk people lived in the region for generations, using the land for hunting and gathering.

The Ho-Chunk Native Americans initially owned all the territory of Green County, referring to the local mining areas as the Sac Diggings.

The area is crossed by several major highways including Routes 11, 39, and 69, which connect it to other parts of the state. Monroe Municipal Airport provides air access for those needing to fly in or out.

The county experienced a remarkable political shift starting in 1992, moving from its long tradition of Republican support to voting Democratic in every presidential election since then. This change reflects broader shifts in the region's voters and their priorities.

Location: Wisconsin

Inception: 1836

Capital city: Monroe

Shares border with: Dane County, Rock County, Winnebago County, Stephenson County, Lafayette County, Iowa County

Website: http://co.green.wi.gov

GPS coordinates: 42.68000,-89.60000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:27