About Madison

“Best Place to Live” – Money Magazine

Madison, Wisconsin consistently ranks as one of the top places in the country to live, work, go to school and raise a family. Wisconsin's beautiful capital city, with a vibrant population of approximately 200,000, combines small town charm with a range of leisure and cultural opportunities usually found only in much larger communities.

#3 Best Kid-Friendly City in the United States
- Population Connection, June 2004

#2 Small City
- “50 Best Places to Live” - Men’s Journal, June 2004

#1 for Business and Careers Among Nation’s 150 Largest Metro Areas
- Forbes Magazine, May 24, 2004

Healthiest City for Men
- Men's Health Magazine, November, 2003

Madison Ranks # 1 Best College Sports Towns
- Sports Illustrated On Campus, September, 2003

#2 Among America’s Best Places to Live and Work
- Employment Review Magazine, June, 2003

#2 Best Places to Live
- Homeadvisor.msn.com, July, 2002

#1 Best (small) Cities for Women
- Ladies Home Journal, March, 2002

Madison features a wide range of cultural events, peaceful parks, countless lakes, exciting restaurants and much more. Located just 80 miles west of Milwaukee and 142 miles northwest of Chicago, entertainment options are endless.

The Capital Square and the famous pedestrian State Street offer a unique setting for business and leisure alike. During the summer months, the Capital Square becomes alive with activities and State Street hosts many unique local restaurants and shops as well as the beautiful brand new Overture Center for the Arts.

Five area lakes and over 200 parks provide loads of year-round outdoor entertainment, from hiking and biking to skiing and sailing. And as the home of the University of Wisconsin and the seat of Wisconsin’s state government, Madison offers a host of opportunities to participate in educational, recreational, sports, and arts events.

Links
• Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce
   http://www.greatermadisonchamber.com/
• City of Madison
  http://www.ci.madison.wi.us/
• Greater Madison Convention and Visitor Bureau
  http://www.visitmadison.com/
• University of Wisconsin Madison
  http://www.wisc.edu/
• MAD about Madison
   http://www.ci.madison.wi.us/recTourism.html