The Village of Sussex is located approximately 19 miles northwest of the City of Milwaukee and is part of the Milwaukee metropolitan area. The village comprises 7.95 square miles and has a population of 11,273.

The Village is dedicated to maintaining its small town atmosphere and preserving the high quality of life enjoyed by its residents by providing fiscally sound and responsive municipal services and delivering those services in an effective, efficient and professional manner. Ensuring an adequate supply of quality housing, attracting quality jobs and providing development and other economic opportunities for existing business owners and future entrepreneurs are top priorities.

The Village of Sussex boasts an active Recreation Department and park system, offering a variety of facilities and open spaces, such as neighborhood parks, a large community park, walking, biking and running trails and conservancy areas. In addition, the Civic Center provides a wide variety of leisure, sports, social, nutritional, cultural, volunteer and leadership opportunities for community members of all ages through dynamic and innovative programming.