Madison, WI
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 221,964 |
| Crime: | Average |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Madison is in south central Wisconsin.
Cultural Attractions
This city contains six museums and galleries centrally located in an area known as “Museum Mile.”
Recreation
Madison is home to over 29,000 acres designated for recreation.
Historical
The Ho-Chunk Indians inhabited the area that is now known as Madison.
Fun Fact
The state capitol in Madison today is not the same building that stood when the city was founded, but rather the fourth structure to stand in that spot.
| Population [details] | 221,964 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 72.9% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 476.68 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 54.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 24.53 °F/7.11 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 81.42 °F/59.24 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 30.89 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 99 |
| Cost of living [details] | 99 |
| State sales tax | 5.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Milwaukee (65.18 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | DANE COUNTY REGIONAL-TRUAX FIELD (5.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
Copyright © 2009 Onboard Informatics. Information is represented by Onboard Informatics as reliable but not guaranteed.
