Explore Sun Prairie, WI | Community Guide

Welcome to Sun Prairie

Residential street lined with trees, landscaped sidewalks, and multi-story buildings.

Sun Prairie is a vibrant city located just northeast of Madison with a population of approximately 33,000. Sun Prairie has convenient access to major transportation, Highway I-90/94 and 151, as well as Highway 19.

The City of Sun Prairie has done an excellent job attracting businesses large and small. Recent additions to the area include Costco, Target, Woodmans, a new theater, and much more. New urbanism and historic charm come together and flourish in Sun Prairie’s downtown. There are lots of delicious restaurants, as well as unique shops and boutiques.

Sun Prairie also offers numerous opportunities for recreation. The Sun Prairie Family Aquatic Center is a beautiful facility complete with diving boards and water slides. Throughout the city there are numerous parks with great amenities including basketball and tennis courts, baseball diamonds, walking and bicycle paths, and more!

Aerial view of homes and tree-lined streets around a small cul-de-sac.

Sun Prairie Neighborhoods Map

Family playing with bubbles in a grassy park at golden hour.

Sun Prairie Resources

Overview for Sun Prairie, WI

43,965 people live in Sun Prairie, where the median age is 37.6 and the average individual income is $47,832. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

43,965

Total Population

37.6 years

Median Age

High

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

$47,832

Average individual Income

Around Sun Prairie, WI

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

36

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

38

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including NOB Restaurant & Bar, Jung Garden Center, and Cassoulet.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the NOB Restaurant & Bar page on Yelp Search 1332 N Bristol St on Google Maps	Dining	0.17 miles	12 reviews	3.9/5 stars
Visit the Jung Garden Center page on Yelp Search 1123 N Bristol St on Google Maps	Dining · $$$	0.23 miles	9 reviews	3.3/5 stars
Visit the Cassoulet page on Yelp Search 1112 N Bristol St on Google Maps	Dining	0.29 miles	3 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Coffee Gallery page on Yelp Search 1010 N Bird St on Google Maps	Dining	0.88 miles	1 review	3/5 stars
Visit the Village Hearth Baking Company page on Yelp Search 1000 Wilburn Rd on Google Maps	Dining	0.91 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Pan-O-Gold Baking Company page on Yelp Search 1000 Wilburn Rd on Google Maps	Dining	0.91 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Liberty Square Station page on Yelp Search 1354 N Bird St on Google Maps	Dining	0.92 miles	1 review	1/5 stars
Visit the The Roots Cellar page on Yelp Search 146 Cliff St Lower Level on Google Maps	Dining	0.95 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Prairie Kids Club page on Yelp Search 352 Wilburn Rd on Google Maps	Active	0.16 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Memorial Park page on Yelp Search 362 Trapp St on Google Maps	Active	0.2 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Infinity Martial Arts - Sun Prairie page on Yelp Search 1620 N Bristol St on Google Maps	Active	0.31 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Sun Prairie Pitch and Hit page on Yelp Search 1620 North Bristol Street on Google Maps	Active	0.31 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Stonehaven Park page on Yelp Search 1551 Boulder Way on Google Maps	Active	0.32 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Valley Park page on Yelp Search 930 N Bristol St on Google Maps	Active	0.38 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Grandview Park page on Yelp Search 135 Grandview Dr on Google Maps	Active	0.4 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Madison Scuba page on Yelp Search 686 Progress Way on Google Maps	Active	0.64 miles	8 reviews	4.5/5 stars
Visit the Madison Dance Academy page on Yelp Search 686 Progress Wy on Google Maps	Active	0.66 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Wetmore Park page on Yelp Search 555 N St on Google Maps	Active	0.68 miles	1 review	4/5 stars
Visit the Prairie Athletic Club page on Yelp Search 1010 N Bird St on Google Maps	Active	0.88 miles	30 reviews	3.8/5 stars
Visit the Dolphins Cove page on Yelp Search 1010 N Bird St on Google Maps	Active	0.89 miles	1 review	4/5 stars
Visit the Sports Bar & Restaurant page on Yelp Search 1010 N Bird St on Google Maps	Nightlife	0.92 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the B. Right Barber & Beauty page on Yelp Search 1110 N Bristol St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.29 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Indigo Healing Retreat Center page on Yelp Search 1045 North Bristol St on Google Maps	Beauty	0.3 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars
Visit the Allure Skin Health page on Yelp Search 804 Liberty Blvd on Google Maps	Beauty	0.96 miles	0 reviews	0/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Sun Prairie, WI

Population Households Employment

Sun Prairie has 17,890 households, with an average household size of 2.44. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Sun Prairie do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 43,965 people call Sun Prairie home. The population density is 667 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

43,965

Total Population

High

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

37.6 years

Median Age

49 / 51%

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

17,890

Total Households

2.44

Average Household Size

$47,832

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

Schools in Sun Prairie, WI

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The following schools are within or nearby Sun Prairie. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

Communities

Deforest
Fort Atkinson
Johnson Creek
Lake Mills
Madison
Middleton
Oconomowoc
Sun Prairie
Watertown
Waunakee

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