Fitchburg, WI
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 23,473 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Fitchburg is directly south of Madison.
Cultural Attractions
The Chazen Museum of Art, located in nearby Madison, features a large collection and is free to the public.
Recreation
McGaw Park offers walking trails, playground areas, soccer and softball fields, and more.
Historical
Dutch immigrants were among the early settlers of Fitchburg.
Economy
Agriculture dominates the southern half of the city, while the northern half is primarily residential.
| Population [details] | 23,473 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 74.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 133.92 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 51.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 23.82 °F/6.01 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 81.91 °F/59.19 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 31.64 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 57 |
| Cost of living [details] | 99 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Milwaukee (71.17 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | DANE COUNTY REGIONAL-TRUAX FIELD (10.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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