About Us

Sauk County’s population grew from 65,920 in 2023 to 66,070 in 2024, and demand for housing is on the rise as people are seeing the value of living here. We’re meeting the moment by working to provide diverse options for both new residents and those who have always called Sauk County home.

In Sauk Prairie, for example, the largest housing investment in the city’s history is underway, with nearly 40 acres allocated to a residential development project. A substantial segment of the project is dedicated to affordable housing, with six apartment buildings where rents will be locked in to below-market rates for 10 years. Also in the works: five luxury apartment buildings, 60 condos, a child care center and a senior living facility.

Here are a few more recent developments:

• Great Sauk State Trail Bridge Build over the Wisconsin River
• Invest Sauk County Economic Development Strategic Plan Implementation
• Sauk County / Baraboo Campus Redevelopment
• Timme Mill Dam Update

Fueling innovation is key to developing a more robust business landscape. Invest Sauk County is allocating the necessary resources to both help the area’s existing companies grow and thrive, and encourage new businesses to develop or relocate here.

Building a culture of innovation deepens and diversifies the local economy, enhances competitiveness and generates new businesses and job opportunities. These components work together to drive balanced economic growth and ensure Sauk County’s long-term vitality.

Here’s how we’re fueling innovation:

• Supporting programs that help local businesses expand and adopt new technologies
• Making significant investments in vital high-speed internet infrastructure
• Providing training programs and other resources to ensure business success
• Connecting entrepreneurs to a powerful network of professionals and experts

Sauk County is fertile ground for businesses big and small. One of the fastest-growing counties in Wisconsin, the area is rich in dynamic infrastructure and diverse industries. With a supportive network that fuels growth and innovation, doing business in Sauk County just makes sense.

Breaking new ground in Sauk County just makes good sense. With prime locations and corporate sites that come with a scenic view at no extra charge, business looks better here. Explore all our land-made region has to offer and let your vision bloom.