Wisconsins

Wisconsins is not a standard demonym for the people of Wisconsin. In formal usage, residents are referred to as Wisconsinites, with Wisconsins generally avoided in encyclopedic writing. The term might appear informally or by error, but it is not a recognized designation for a group.

Wisconsin is a U.S. state located in the Midwest and Great Lakes region. It is bordered by Michigan to the northeast and east across Lake Michigan, Minnesota to the west, Iowa to the southwest, and Illinois to the south. The state includes a varied landscape, from the Lake Michigan and Lake Superior shorelines to the Driftless Area in the southwest, with rolling hills, rivers, and farmlands. The population is around 5.9 million, and its largest metropolitan areas include Milwaukee and Madison.

The economy of Wisconsin is diversified, with strengths in agriculture, manufacturing, healthcare, and services. It is renowned for dairy production and cheese, earning the nickname America’s Dairyland. Tourism, outdoor recreation, and higher education also play significant roles, supported by a robust network of state parks, lakes, and urban cultural scenes.

Cultural and symbolic aspects include the Badger as the state animal and the nickname the Badger State. The state motto is Forward. Wisconsin is home to the University of Wisconsin system and has a strong tradition in professional and collegiate sports, notably the Green Bay Packers (NFL) and several major league and college teams. Wisconsinites contribute to a regional identity shaped by industry, education, and outdoor life.