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Oshkosh, Wisconsin

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Quick Oshkosh Facts

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Oshkosh is a Winnebago County community along the Fox River and Lake Winnebago, with a university, historic neighborhoods, manufacturing, healthcare, parks and major annual events.

Setting Fox River and Lake Winnebago
Local airport Wittman Regional Airport
Winter climate Cold and snowy
City type University and regional employment center

About Oshkosh

Oshkosh is located in east-central Wisconsin where the Fox River meets Lake Winnebago. The city serves as the county seat of Winnebago County and combines established neighborhoods, a traditional downtown, a university campus, manufacturing, healthcare, retail and waterfront recreation.

Oshkosh is widely associated with aviation and hosts major events at Wittman Regional Airport. The city also provides access to Lake Winnebago boating, fishing, parks, trails and attractions throughout the Fox Valley.

What Oshkosh is known for

  • EAA AirVenture and aviation history
  • University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh
  • Lake Winnebago and Fox River recreation
  • Historic neighborhoods and downtown businesses
  • Manufacturing, healthcare and regional employers
  • Menominee Park and waterfront attractions

Living in Oshkosh

Oshkosh offers apartments, duplexes, condos, historic homes, single-family neighborhoods and newer residential developments. Housing costs vary based on property type, neighborhood, condition, lot size and proximity to the university, downtown or waterfront.

A complete household budget should include housing, utilities, property taxes, insurance, transportation, commuting, lawn care and winter maintenance.

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Living in Oshkosh

Housing, neighborhoods and everyday costs

Oshkosh offers apartments, duplexes, historic homes, established neighborhoods and newer residential developments.

Housing

Housing options include apartments, condos, duplexes, historic homes, single-family neighborhoods and newer developments.

Neighborhoods

Neighborhoods range from areas near downtown and the university to established residential sections, waterfront areas and newer developments.

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Oshkosh Weather

Four-season weather near Lake Winnebago

Oshkosh experiences cold winters, variable spring weather, warm summers and cool fall conditions.

Winter

Winters are cold and snowy. Residents should prepare for heating, snow removal, icy roads and changing lake conditions.

Spring and fall

Spring temperatures can shift quickly, while fall often brings comfortable weather, changing leaves and waterfront recreation.

Summer

Summers are generally warm and humid, with boating, fishing, festivals, parks and outdoor events becoming popular.

Visit Oshkosh

Things to do and places to explore

Oshkosh offers aviation attractions, waterfront parks, museums, university events, downtown businesses and Lake Winnebago recreation.

EAA Aviation Museum

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Menominee Park

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Downtown and riverfront

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Getting Around

Oshkosh transportation and regional travel

Oshkosh is connected to Appleton, Fond du Lac, Neenah, Green Bay and other east-central Wisconsin communities by major highways and local roads.

Driving

Driving is common for commuting, shopping and regional travel. Interstate access provides relatively direct connections through the Fox Valley.

Local transportation

Local transit options may serve residential neighborhoods, downtown, the university, shopping areas and major employment centers.

Airport access

Wittman Regional Airport serves aviation activity, while commercial flights are available through nearby regional airports.

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Cities and communities near Oshkosh

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oshkosh

What is Oshkosh known for?

Oshkosh is known for aviation, EAA AirVenture, the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, Lake Winnebago and its Fox River setting.

Is Oshkosh on Lake Winnebago?

Yes. Oshkosh is located along the western shore of Lake Winnebago near the mouth of the Fox River.

Is Oshkosh a college town?

Oshkosh has a strong university presence because of the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, although the city also has major manufacturing, healthcare and service-sector employers.

Is Oshkosh expensive to live in?

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