Information and tips for moving to Janesville, WI - Wisconsin’s Park Place
With a population of almost 63,000 residents, Janesville is a small, quaint city located in the lower part of the state of Wisconsin. Janesville is located in Rock County and holds the county seat as well as being the principal municipality in the Janesville, Wisconsin Metropolitan Statistical Area. Janesville gets its unique nickname, “Wisconsin’s Park Place,” because the city’s park system has sixty-four improved parks in its 2,590 acres of park land. Janesville’s park system is comprised of traditional playgrounds, nature trails, golf courses, and boat launches

Weather in Janesville

• Janesville has an average yearly temperature of 48 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Summers are fairly mild with the highest temperatures reaching the mid-80s.
• Winters are cold and snowy with temperatures dropping to the low teens.
• Janesville’s average yearly precipitation is around 31.9 inches most of which occurs in the winter months.

Getting an Education in Janesville

• The Janesville School District is comprised of twelve elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools as well as four charter schools.
• Janesville is also home to the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired which provides education to blind and visually impaired students from all around the state of Wisconsin.
• For those seeking higher education, Janesville is home to the University of Wisconsin-Rock County, a two-year institution where students can choose from more than 200 majors to obtain a solid foundation for getting a bachelor’s degree.
• Blackhawk Technical College is also located in Janesville and provides about fifty programs for associate degrees, technical diplomas, certificates or apprenticeships.

Janesville Transportation

• Interstate 90/39, U.S. Highways 14 and 51 and state Highways 26 and 11 all pass through the city of Janesville, easily connecting the city to Minnesota, Illinois and Iowa as well as the Wisconsin cities of Madison and Oshkosh.
• The Janesville Transit System also serves the city making stops at several local areas as well as nearby cities. The transit operates Monday-Saturday with limited late evening service.
• The Van Galder Bus Company is also located in Janesville and has routes that travel between Madison, downtown Chicago, Chicago O’Hare Airport and Midway Airport.

Dining and Nightlife

• For the best Indian food in the area, try out the Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine restaurant. Taj Mahal offers several classic Indian dishes as well as a scrumptious buffet every Sunday. Taj Mahal is a great place to go for delicious exotic cuisine, a full bar and casual atmosphere.
• Head over to Luke’s Deli for fresh, delicious made-to-order sandwiches and the best fried cheese curds in the state. Luke’s Deli is a great place for a casual lunch or dinner where you can enjoy the fun indoor atmosphere or enjoy the outdoors on the picturesque patio.
• For a fun, relaxed night out with friends check out Road Dawg Saloon and Eatery in Janesville. Try out their signature wings and enjoy the full bar while enjoying karaoke or music from professional DJs.

Useful Links - Moving to Janesville
Official City Website
Chamber of Commerce
Convention and Visitors Bureau
Driver’s License Information
Voter Registration 

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