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Grant County

Productive agriculture, Driftless hunting ground, and Mississippi River lifestyle.

Everything You Need to Know About Living in Grant County

Productive agriculture, Driftless hunting ground, and Mississippi River lifestyle.
 

Welcome to Grant County, Wisconsin

A cornerstone of Southwest Wisconsin known for production agriculture, Driftless hunting ground, and Mississippi River lifestyle.
 
Positioned along the Mississippi River and within reach of Dubuque, Platteville, and Lancaster, Grant County offers a powerful mix—fertile farmland, bluff country habitat, and riverfront recreation. You’re surrounded by rolling ridges, sweeping valleys, hardwood timber, and productive bottom ground that define this region.
 
This is prime territory for:
 
  • Grant County WI land for sale 
  • Driftless hunting land with proven genetics 
  • Farms, tillable acreage, and livestock operations 
  • Country homes and rural estates 
  • Recreational land and Mississippi River property 
We are Brandon Wikman and Joe Nawrot with United Country Midwest Lifestyle Properties—specializing in land, farms, hunting properties, and country homes across Southwest Wisconsin.
 

Communities Across Grant County

This is a large county with deep agricultural roots and strong local communities:
 
  • Platteville 
  • Lancaster 
  • Fennimore 
  • Boscobel 
  • Potosi 
  • Cuba City 
  • Bloomington 
  • Montfort 
  • Cassville 
  • Muscoda 
Each town offers its own rhythm—but together they create a county built on agriculture, land ownership, and rural lifestyle.
 

Hunting Land & Recreational Property

You’re looking at prime Driftless whitetail ground—the kind that consistently produces.
 
Grant County offers:
 
  • Defined ridge systems and bluff edges 
  • Natural funnels, saddles, and pinch points 
  • South-facing bedding slopes for thermal advantage 
  • Productive valley food plot systems 
This is habitat that supports mature bucks year after year—and when managed right, it becomes a true hunting sanctuary.
 

Farms, Land & Agricultural Opportunity

This is one of Wisconsin’s agricultural powerhouses.
 
Grant County is known for:
 
  • Highly productive tillable acreage 
  • Dairy, beef, and livestock operations 
  • Fertile river-bottom ground 
  • Large-scale farms and mixed-use properties 
Whether you’re looking for income-producing land or a generational farm—this county delivers scale and stability.
 

Country Homes & Lifestyle Properties

You’re not buying a house—you’re buying room to live.
 
Grant County offers:
 
  • Ridge-top homes with panoramic views 
  • Country homes with acreage and privacy 
  • Hobby farms and rural homesteads 
  • Cabins and recreational retreats 
This is where lifestyle meets land ownership in a real, tangible way.
 

Mississippi River & Outdoor Recreation

Water elevates everything here.
 
  • Mississippi River – boating, fishing, waterfowl hunting, and riverfront living 
  • Nelson Dewey State Park – stunning overlooks of the river valley 
  • Numerous trout streams and spring-fed creeks throughout the county 
From riverfront property to inland recreation—this is a four-season destination.
 

Things to Do | Southwest Wisconsin Living

  • Explore river towns like Potosi and Cassville 
  • Visit University of Wisconsin-Platteville for events and community activity 
  • Hunt, fish, hike, and explore miles of private and public land 
  • Enjoy local dining, shops, and small-town festivals 
It’s simple. It’s grounded. And it’s exactly what people are after.
 

Schools & Community

Served by:
 
  • Platteville School District 
  • Lancaster Community School District 
  • Fennimore Community School District 
Strong rural communities, family values, and a lifestyle centered around land and tradition.
 

Real Estate in Grant County, WI

Buyers are actively searching for:
 
  • Grant County WI hunting land for sale 
  • Driftless farms Wisconsin 
  • Mississippi River property Wisconsin 
  • Country homes with acreage southwest Wisconsin 
  • Recreational land Grant County WI 
Inventory ranges from small hunting tracts to large-scale farms and riverfront estates.
 

Buying or Selling in Grant County

Here’s the reality—this county offers diversity, scale, and opportunity that’s hard to match.
 
Every acre has a purpose—whether it’s income, recreation, or lifestyle—and positioning that correctly is what drives results.
 

Brandon Wikman & Joe Nawrot

United Country Midwest Lifestyle Properties
Land, Farm and Country Home Real Estate Specialists
Call Today at 608.403.6003
 
We specialize in:
 
  • Land and farm sales 
  • Hunting and recreational property strategy 
  • Habitat-driven marketing 
  • Connecting serious buyers with the right ground 
Because in Grant County… This isn’t just property. It’s working land. It’s hunting ground. It’s legacy.
 
And when the right piece comes available—it’s a once-in-a-generation opportunity.

 

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Overview for Grant County, WI

51,678 people live in Grant County, where the median age is 36.9 and the average individual income is $33,079. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

51,678

Total Population

36.9 years

Median Age

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$33,079

Average individual Income

Around Grant County, WI

There's plenty to do around Grant County, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

3
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
16
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Coffee Tree, Madison Street Steakhouse & Grill, and A&W Restaurant.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.36 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.35 miles 6 reviews 4.7/5 stars
Dining · $ 2.16 miles 8 reviews 4.4/5 stars
Dining 2.21 miles 7 reviews 4/5 stars
Dining 1.42 miles 9 reviews 4/5 stars
Dining 0.76 miles 1 review 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Grant County, WI

Grant County has 19,913 households, with an average household size of 2.41. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Grant County do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 51,678 people call Grant County home. The population density is 45.06 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

51,678

Total Population

Medium

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

36.9

Median Age

51.83 / 48.17%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
19,913

Total Households

2.41

Average Household Size

$33,079

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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