Rock County, Administrative division in southern Wisconsin, United States
Rock County is an administrative division in southern Wisconsin encompassing multiple cities and rural municipalities. The region spans varied landscapes with Janesville serving as the county seat.
Rock County was established on December 7, 1836 by the Wisconsin Territorial Legislature, marking the beginning of organized governance in southern Wisconsin. This founding shaped the region's development for generations to come.
The municipalities of Janesville, Beloit, and Milton within Rock County maintain their individual traditions through year-round community gatherings and local celebrations.
The Rock County Courthouse maintains detailed property maps and records for most municipalities in the area. Visitors can access these records during standard business hours.
The county's position at latitude 42.67 and longitude -89.07 places it in a geographic zone that supports both agricultural activities and urban development.
Location: Wisconsin
Inception: December 7, 1836
Capital city: Janesville
Shares border with: Dane County, Green County, Jefferson County, Walworth County, Boone County, Winnebago County
Website: https://co.rock.wi.us
GPS coordinates: 42.67000,-89.07000
Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:37
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