1891Economy
== History ==
South Milwaukee was laid out in 1891 by the South Milwaukee company within the Town of Oak Creek, with the purpose of serving as a rival industrial suburb of the C...
1892Government
South Milwaukee was incorporated as a village in 1892, then as a city in 1897.
1971History
South Milwaukee was served by passenger rail until 1971, via the South Milwaukee Passenger Station.
2000History
=== 2000 census ===
As of the census of 2000, there were 21,256 people, 8,694 households, and 5,616 families living in the city.
2005Education
In 2005, the South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center was built adjacent to the new South Milwaukee High School.
2010History
=== 2010 census ===
As of the census of 2010, there were 21,156 people, 9,043 households, and 5,475 families living in the city.
2012Economy
In November 2012 Caterpillar Mining bought Bucyrus International for $8.6 billion and will make a goal to become a "one-stop shop" for mining companies worldwide.
2020History
== Demographics ==
=== 2020 census ===
As of the census of 2020, there were 20,795 people, 9,039 households, and 4,429 families living in the city.