Arena, Wisconsin
Village · Population 894 · #388 in Wisconsin
About Arena
Set in the southern part of Wisconsin, Arena is a tiny community with an estimated population of 894.
Arena holds the status of an incorporated village, one of the most intimate forms of local government in America. The community covers 1.16 square miles, giving it a balanced suburban layout with room to breathe at roughly 771 residents per square mile.
📰 Arena News Today
- 2026-27 Women’s Hockey Season Tickets on Sale Now uwbadgers.com · Jul 27
- Man arrested after crash in Arena Channel 3000 · May 16
- William F. Wipperfurth Obituary (2026) - Arena, WI - Richardson-Stafford Funeral Home - Spring Green Legacy obituary · Jul 22
- Iowa County deputies take man into custody after threats made against Arena village president WKOW · May 26
- Purdue volleyball to play 3 matches in Mackey Arena, including reigning national champs IndyStar · Jul 7
Live headlines via Google News — updates through the day.
What Makes Arena Unique
- The only place in America named Arena — a truly one-of-a-kind name among 32,000+ US communities.
- Positioned in southern Wisconsin, convenient to the region's corridors and crossings.
- Part of the fabric of Wisconsin — one of 808 recognized communities statewide.
Why People Love It Here
- Small-town pace of life: less traffic, more community, and neighbors who wave.
- Cost of living typically runs below the big-metro average.
- Well connected: 3+ neighboring communities within 9 miles.
🍽️ Where to Eat in Arena
- Grandma Mary's Cafe
Local spots mapped by the OpenStreetMap community.
⚡ Quick Facts
StateWisconsin
TypeVillage
Population (2024)894
Rank in state#388 of 607
Land area1.16 sq mi
Density771/sq mi
Coordinates43.1636, -89.9074