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Archdiocese of Milwaukee

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee is a Catholic archdiocese in Wisconsin, made up of 189 parishes served by 616 priests, and home to about 509,903 Catholics (2023). It was established on 28 November 1843.

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Archdiocese of Milwaukee — Catholic diocese in Wisconsin
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Archdiocese of Milwaukee by the numbers

Most recent reported statistics (2023). Source: catholic-hierarchy.org.

Catholics
509,903
Total population
2,367,407
Percent Catholic
21.5%
Parishes
189
Total priests
616
Diocesan priests
273
Religious priests
343
Permanent deacons
184
Area
4,759 sq mi

Parishes in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee

176 parishes on Catholic Connect of 189 reported in this diocese — more are added over time.

About the Archdiocese of Milwaukee

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee comprises the Catholic parishes, schools, and ministries of its territory in Wisconsin, under the pastoral care of its bishop. Its 189 parishes are where the life of the diocese happens — Sunday Mass, the sacraments, faith formation, and service to the community.

Find a parish in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee

Use the free Catholic Connect Find Mass map to find parishes near you in Milwaukee and across the diocese, with Sunday, vigil, and daily Mass times plus confession and Adoration. You can also explore Catholic schools and Catholic Charities in the area.

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